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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