RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
DescriptionThe Global Supply Chain Program Manager will be responsible and accountable for end0end supply chain strategy, planning, and execution operations for the Advanced Programs (AP) Business Area located in Linthicum, MD. The ideal candidate will combine supply chain expertise with a strong understanding of manufacturing operations under a commercial mindset to lead and champion a culture of operational excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement. They will foster strong collaborative relationships and partner closely with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Finance, to drive alignment and joint problem-solving.
Core responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Development and staffing of the Global Supply Chain Organization in its entirety
- Develop and execute a global supply chain strategy, processes, and practices that align to commercial industry
- Develop and execute global supply chain strategies for foundry materials and components, aligned with business and program objectives
- Segment the supply base and define sourcing strategies (single/dual sourcing, regionalization, insourcing/outsourcing) to optimize cost, quality, delivery, and risk.
- Drive supplier development initiatives, including process improvements, qualification of new suppliers, and transitions/dual0source strategies
- Resolve supply disruptions and recovery plans, coordinating with Operations, Quality, and Logistics
- Identify and manage supply chain risks (single0source, geopolitical, capacity, quality, ESG/compliance) with proactive mitigation plans
- Ensure adherence to all applicable contractual, regulatory, ethical sourcing, and export/import requirements
- Use analytics and KPIs to drive performance, identify trends, and prioritize improvement initiative
- Monitor and improve supplier performance (OTD, quality, responsiveness) and implement risk mitigation and dual-sourcing strategies where feasible
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Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree with a minimum of 8 years of experience in Global Supply Chain, or Manufacturing/Operations or Masters Degree with min of 6 years of experience in Global Supply Chain, or Manufacturing/Operations.
- Minimum of 5 years in as a direct supervisor of people
- Experience in Commercial or Defense
- Experience in Supplier Management and Cross Functional collaboration and influence
- US Citizenship and ability to obtain government Security clearance
Preferred:
- Experience with lean/continuous improvement (e.g., Green Belt/Black Belt)
- Experience in commodity management and strategic thinking
- Experience in communication and stakeholder management skills; presenting to executive leadership
Primary Level Salary Range: $167,500.00 - $251,300.00
The 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 candidate0s 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.
