Manager Supply Chain Programs 3

About the role

• RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
• CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
• CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
• TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

About the role

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.

As a Global Supply Chain Program Manager 3, supporting Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.

Are you looking for a real challenge where you can push yourself, own complex problems, and make a visible impact every day? This role is ideal for a driven, high-performing leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment and is energized by the opportunity to solve difficult problems, drive accountability, and deliver results across a broad cross-functional landscape.

This manager of managers will be responsible and accountable for the strategy, planning, budget, and execution of all material and services content in support of the Radar Accelerated Development and Radar Advanced Product Family Operating Units. The selected candidate will work closely with Program Management, Business Management, Engineering, Operations, Quality, Contracts, and the broader Global Supply Chain organization to ensure supply chain commitments are achieved and program objectives are met.

The ideal candidate is a driven, high-performing leader who is energized by challenging work, high expectations, and complex problems requiring both strategic perspective and disciplined execution. They bring urgency, ownership, and strong judgment to the work, thrive in ambiguous and fast-moving environments, and are skilled at driving alignment, accountability, and results through leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.

This position requires on-site presence in Baltimore, MD. Full-time remote work is not available.

Job Responsibilities

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following

• Own supply chain program execution including material budget, resource planning, forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity management, supplier performance, and supply chain issue resolution.
• Develop the material strategy and lead GSC activities in all phases of the Business Acquisition Process.
• Ensure mitigation plans are developed and executed to address programmatic risks related to suppliers or supply chain execution.
• Brief the PMO and executive management on program status and necessary action plans to address issues affecting supply chain cost and schedule performance.
• Operate in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment, balancing long-range strategic objectives with urgent day-to-day execution needs.
• Foster a culture of ownership, urgency, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the team and broader stakeholder network.

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Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of program management, project management, purchasing, supply chain, or related field. or Master’s degree with a minimum of 6 years of program management, project management, purchasing, supply chain, or related; or an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of a degree in program management, project management, purchasing, supply chain, or related field.
• Experience in support of Earned Value Management requirements.

. 5+ years of team lead of people or direct management

• US Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting radar development, advanced product portfolios, or similar complex defense programs.
• Expertise supporting complex proposals of significant value.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems.
• Experience integrating supply chain planning, financial performance, and program execution.
• Experience with government contracting requirements and regulations, including FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and related requirements.
• Experience working across development and production environments with demanding schedule, cost, and supplier performance requirements.

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 candidate's 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.