Director of Supply Chain Programs 2

Role Overview

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’s Defense Systems sector is looking for a Director of Supply Chain Programs 2 in Roy, Utah. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

The Sr. Director of Global Supply Chain – Sentinel Programs reports directly to the Senior Director – GSC for Strategic Deterrent System Division (SDS) and is dotted line to the Sentinel Program VP. The selected candidate will be a high performing, experienced supply chain leader who is goal-oriented and well equipped to partner with a wide range of internal stakeholders to support corporate, sector, and division objectives, including program performance and business growth. To do this, they will leverage a solid understanding of the Northrop Grumman supply chain and be knowledgeable in the engineering, contracts, manufacturing, and mission excellence areas and how they impact delivery of supply chain materials and services. The selected candidate will have a proven ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, the USG customer and engage with GSC division functional leadership to drive program/GSC strategies across the Sentinel supply chain. Strong knowledge in GSC compliance areas is also required.

Major Responsibilities

• The single point of contact to the Sentinel program for all GSC related matters and responsible and accountable for the strategy, planning, and execution of all direct and indirect material services required to support Sentinel programs.
• Develops the long term supply chain strategy aligned to program, division and sector strategies inclusive of specific actions to execute this strategy. This will include organization structure, talent development, robust processes, lean initiatives and checks and balances to ensure systemic root cause and corrective actions are implemented across the division.
• Serves as the GSC single point-of-contact in all GSC related interactions with the Sentinel USG Customer.
• Develop, train, retain an excellent team of supply chain professionals across the program through outstanding leadership, team building, career opportunities and a culture of respect and belonging.
• Ownership of the Sentinel supply chain through all processes in the business including strategy, investments, bids and proposals and through development, qualification and execution of our programs.
• Supports the business and coordinates cross functionally and across the program/division, as needed to ensure that all supply chain commitments are met (quality material is provided on time and on cost), and that appropriate mitigation plans are developed and executed to address any programmatic risks related to suppliers.
• Develops and executes a major subcontract strategy and strategic make/buy decisions to support our strategy and growth.
• Executes a supplier relationship strategy leveraging the appropriate levels of leadership across the program/division, aligned with sectors’ strategy, to elevate and help manage our suppliers effectively at all levels of the business.
• Support achievement of division financial commitments through accuracy of bids, Estimates at Completion, EVMS requirements / budget attainment, operating forecasts, etc. Develops robust systemic return to green action plans for misses.
• Ensures that prior to program execution, all elements of the proposed program(s) plans have complete and accurate schedules, budgets, make/buy plans, and procurement and subcontracts strategies.
• Leads supply chain program execution and at the Sentinel program level, is accountable for resource planning, material cost, forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity management, supplier performance, and supply chain issue resolution.
• Drive continuous improvements in supply chain related processes via collaboration with Division, Sector, Enterprise and other division functions and programs.
• Ensure compliance with the wide range of regulatory and other requirements and achieve supplier diversity requirements in support of the Sentinel Program.
• Leverage and engage in Division, Sector and Enterprise GSC initiatives to optimize supplier management and achieve employee development (Risk Management, Enterprise Supplier Alignment, 1ERP, Global Supplier Diversity, Compliance Shared Services, and Talent Development).

Position Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

You Will Bring These Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of experience in supply chain, business management, manufacturing, engineering or other related experience; or Master’s degree with a minimum of 8+ years of experience in supply chain, business management, engineering or other related experience
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience
• Must have an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance
• Experience with specific regulations and compliance practices governing defense contractor supply chain activities (e.g., FAR, DFARS, ITAR, other)
• Must be able to travel as required (up to 25% of the time)

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance
• Significant experience in managing a broad range of suppliers and major subcontractors including providers of complex components/assemblies, services, and commodities
• Strong leadership, communication, strategic thinking, change management, and analytical skills
• Ability to influence without direct authority
• Experience with DCMA and programs in support of Department of Defense Customers, inclusive of the US Air Force, Navy, and Army
• Advanced education and evidence of professional development (e.g., CPPM, C.P.M, CSCP, JD, etc.)
• Training and/or accreditation in some combination of Agile, Continuous Improvement, Lean, or Six Sigma Black belt
• Experience in partnering with suppliers to implement Digital Transformation strategies throughout the supply base.
• Experience in working with capture teams in developing and submitting competitive and compliant major proposals, including teaming strategies and complex Bill of Material strategies
• Experience with a broad range of supply chain issues including risk management, terms and conditions, negotiations, contract types (fixed price and cost type), Return to Green (RTG) performance management, and overall post award management.
• Knowledge and application of supply chain best practices and continuous improvement activities
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead, influence, and collaborate with a diverse set of stakeholders
• Proficiency using MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Sound knowledge of metrics, performance tracking, and data integrity

Salary and Compensation

Primary Level Salary Range: $209,000.00 - $313,600.00

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.

Application Details

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.