Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Manager Supply Chain Programs – Level 2 located in Boulder, CO, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Responsible and accountable for the strategy, planning, and execution of all subcontracts, material, and services content for a collection of Programs across a single Operating Unit (OU).
- Acts as the main focal point for the Program Management Office (PMO) for the entire OU supply chain and coordinates cross-functionally to ensure that all supply chain commitments are met, and that appropriate mitigation plans are developed and executed to address any programmatic risks related to suppliers.
- Leads supply chain Program execution for the OU and is accountable for labor resource planning, material cost and planning, supply chain financial forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity management, supplier performance, and supply chain issue resolution.
- Manages and reports on specific key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, PR to PO placement, product non-conformance counts, supplier on-boarding cycle time, and develops metrics to drive visibility and efficiency.
- Develops the supply chain strategy and leads the activities for GSC in all phases of the Business Acquisition Process (BAP) for a large volume of proposal activities.
- Ensures that prior to program execution, all elements of the proposed supply chain have complete and accurate schedules, budgets, make/buy plans, and procurement and subcontracts strategies.
- Briefs the PMO and executive management on the status and issues affecting Program cost and schedule performance.
- Reviews complex subcontract purchase order documentation for compliance to Northrop Grumman policies and procedures and Government requirements.
- Mentors team members based on extensive knowledge of FAR, DFAR, and AS9100 requirements including Cost Type Award Fee and Incentive Fee contracting methodology.
- Engages with subcontractors and suppliers to drive performance improvements and root cause corrective actions (RCCAs) as required.
- Enforces Earned Value Management System (EVMS) requirements and drives collaboration with Business Management function to ensure favorable supplier financial performance.
- Interface daily with other OU functional and PMO colleagues to ensure maximum communication and knowledge flow.
- Support critical Customer meetings and data calls as required.
- Other duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
- Prior experience leading/managing a team
Preferred Qualifications:
- Active Secret, TS, or SCI clearance preferred but not required to start
As a leader with integrity, you ensure ethical conduct, balanced results, and partner satisfaction. You respect and nurture growth, fostering a culture of excellence. Skilled in building collaborative teams and customer trust, you communicate well, foster strong teams, and embrace change.
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Primary Level Salary Range: $146,600.00 - $219,800.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree with 8 years of professional experience, or master's degree with 6 years of professional experience; an additional 4+ years of experience may substitute for a degree.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance.
- Prior experience leading or managing a team.
- Active Secret, Top Secret, or SCI clearance.
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