Supply Chain Manager – Triton

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 something special here in Australia. Committed to safeguarding our Country’s future by solving the toughest problems in Aeronautics, Space , and Mission Systems, we’re investing in our business, growing our capabilities, and nurturing a great reputation as the place to be in Defence. ‘Defining Possible’ is our mantra and we are committed to making sure that’s as relevant for our people as for our customers. 

Northrop Grumman's MQ-4C Triton Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) provides real-time intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) over vast ocean and coastal regions. The aircraft can fly for more than 24 hours at a time, at an altitude above 55,000 feet and an operational range of 8,200 nautical miles.

As Northrop Grumman Australia prepares for the arrival of the Triton UAS, we are setting up and proactively recruiting to ensure a seamless and coordinated entry into service

Your Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Supply Chain Manager to lead the supply chain function and team in support of all the Triton program deliverables and required outcomes.

As a member of the Triton Enterprise Senior Leadership team, the Supply Chain Manager will have a deep understanding of managing supply chains in a Defence environment, with experience and understanding across the end to end scope of activities in the supply chain. The Supply Chain Manager is required to provide strategic supply chain leadership for the supply chain team, internal customers and external customers, and be the core supplier relationship manager.

Partnering with the Commonwealth and Northrop Grumman key stakeholders, this role will assist in developing the vision, support strategy, and execution to meet the goals of both the Commonwealth and Northrop Grumman as we bring the MQ-4C Triton online and into service.

About You

As an experienced Leader, you will bring a high level of commercial acumen, coupled with a deep knowledge of Defence processes and systems, with a desire to drive best-practice outcomes. You will have expertise in engaging with the broader defence community including key stakeholder management along with your previous history of delivering superior customer service and project support to ensure objectives are met.

Key to success will be your significant experience across the end to end Supply Chain spectrum including Subcontracts Management, Procurement, Planning, Performance Management, Governance and Operational Supply Chain Logistics, with a Defence context.

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

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

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

• Options for flexible & hybrid work including a 9-day fortnight 
• Up to 2 weeks of additional purchased annual leave
• Salary packaging including novated car leases
• Generous parental leave entitlements
• Volunteer Leave
• Health & Wellbeing program
• Employee Assistance Program

Defining Possible means something different to each one of us. 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.

Note: As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you will need to be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, so your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

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.