Director Supply Chain Programs 1

Requisition ID: R10128526

Category: Global Supply Chain
Location: Redondo Beach, California, United States of America
Citizenship required: United States Citizenship
Clearance Type: Secret
Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
Travel Required: Yes, 25% of the Time
Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
Positions Available: 1

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics has an opening for a Supply Chain Program Director 1 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals to support our advanced programs.

This role is a F-35 GSC Program Manager and will be responsible, accountable and have the authority for the operational efficiency, strategy, planning and execution of Global Supply Chain (GSC) material and services requirements for the F-35 Program. Responsible as a main focal point for the Program Management Office (PMO) for the entire GSC functional homeroom, supply chain and coordinates cross-functionally to ensure that all GSC commitments are met and that appropriate mitigation plans are developed and executed to address any programmatic risks, issues and/or opportunities related to GSC and the suppliers. Develop the material strategy and leads the activities for GSC in all phases of the Business Acquisition Process (BAP). Ensures that prior to program execution, all elements of the proposed program(s) plans have complete and accurate schedules, budgets, incorporation of make/buy plans, Risks, Issues and Opportunity action plans, integrated Affordability strategies and procurement and subcontracts strategies.

This role as the Director F-35 Global Supply Chain Program Management is also responsible for the following:

Lead Matrixed organization of approximately 300 employees
Responsible and accountable for the strategy, planning, and execution of all material and services content for the F-35 program
Manage supplier relationships and support negotiations for major subcontract and large procurement suppliers
Coordinate planning, budget management and execution of supplier events for the F-35 program
Supplier contract negotiations with the prime customer
Total Cost Management of GSC budget allocations by contract

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with 10+ years (8+ years with Master’s) of experience leading supply chain program execution and/or program management including strategy, planning and execution of programs
Minimum of 4 years management experience with a proven record of leading multi-functional integrated product teams
Experience directing multi-million-dollar programs
Experience in aerospace/defense industry
Ability and obtain a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

Background in government acquisitions
Masters of Business Administration
Masters of Science in Supply Chain
International Business Experience
Agile training

Salary Range: $185,800 - $278,600

Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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What's great about
Northrop Grumman

Be part of a culture that thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work.
Use your skills to build and deliver innovative tech solutions that protect the world and shape a better future.
Enjoy benefits like work-life balance, education assistance and paid time off.

Did you know?

Northrop Grumman leads the industry team for NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, the largest, most complex and powerful space telescope ever built. Launched in December 2021, the telescope incorporates innovative design, advanced technology, and groundbreaking engineering, and will fundamentally alter our understanding of the universe.