Supply Chain Manager – SMS

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.

We’re building a reputation as the place to be in Defence. With strong local management, sound investment and a fresh approach, we’re on an exciting trajectory and building unique capability.  Leveraging the kind of leading edge US capabilities and technology most can only imagine, our close-knit 800 strong team is busy delivering World-leading solutions to safeguard Australia’s future. And, together, we’re growing a business where everyone contributes and everyone matters.

Northrop Grumman Australia is one of the top three Defence aviation sustainment businesses in Australia and has been a trusted and committed sustainment and modernisation partner to the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) for over two decades.

A rare opportunity presents for a Senior Leader to join us in the role of Supply Chain Manager – SMS. As a seasoned Supply Chain professional you can expect to lead a diverse group of Supply Chain professionals supporting our Australian programs across multiple states. Relationship Management will be a key attribute that will set you up for success and it is expected that you will have represented at senior and executive levels across Government, Defence Industry and Defence.

As a member of the NGA Senior Leadership team, your deep understanding of Defence Subcontracting, Procurement and Logistics will provide the strategic advice and knowledge to support the Supply Chain function across the organisation.

About you:

Key to success will be your significant experience across the Supply Chain spectrum including Supplier Management, Parts modelling and planning, Procurement and Logistics.

A highly refined relationship management and negotiation skillset will be essential to optimise value and achieve best outcomes for our customers and Northrop Grumman.

Tertiary qualifications in Supply Chain, Business, Procurement, Commerce (or similar relevant qualifications) will be required. Additional memberships to professional Supply Chain or Logistics associations will be favourable.

Lastly, the ability to obtain and maintain a Defence security clearance is a must.

What we Offer:

Whatever your role, life stage or background, you can shape your career here in your way with highly challenging work, great colleagues and career development, plus a range of flexible benefits and working patterns.

• Professional Development – further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training

• Options for flexible & hybrid work including 9 day fortnight
• Purchased annual leave
• Salary packaging including novated car leases
• Generous paid parental leave
• Volunteer Leave
• Health & Wellbeing program
• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Discount Program.

Defining Possible is our mantra and we are committed to making sure that works for our people’s careers too. What’s Your Possible?

Everyone Matters

Doing the Right Thing and Sharing Success are two values underpinning how we behave at Northrop Grumman. Here, everyone matters and we proudly encourage individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply to join our diverse and inclusive workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are welcome and encouraged to apply.

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian Citizens. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will need to satisfy pre-employment drug & alcohol testing, police checks and employment screening verification.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are welcome and encouraged to apply.