Global Supply Chain Sourcing Director 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 50% of the Time

Description

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.

The Global Supply Chain (GSC) Sourcing Director 2 for the Defense Systems (DS) Sector reports to the DS Sector Vice President of GSC and is responsible for defining and executing the end‑to‑end sourcing strategy for a rapidly growing $8.5 B defense portfolio (approximately $3.5 B in material sales).  The role leads Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, and Supplier Agreement functions worldwide, developing category‑based roadmaps and agreement strategies that secure high‑value contracts while ensuring a resilient, compliant, and cost‑effective supply base for mission‑critical programs. Partnering closely with program managers, engineering, finance, legal, and senior leadership, the Director aligns sourcing initiatives with business growth targets, risk‑mitigation objectives, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Execution

• Develop relationships and manage engagement strategy with capture and business development teams to ensure a robust sourcing strategy for every program.
• Own the end‑to‑end sourcing process for high‑value contracts (>$10 M) – from requirement definition to supplier selection, negotiation, and award.
• Implement Strategic Sourcing tools (e.g., spend analytics, e‑sourcing platforms, capacity and capability analysis and visibility) to increase performance, efficiency and transparency.
• Ensure compliance with DFARS, ITAR, FAR, and other defense regulations throughout the sourcing lifecycle.

Category Management & Strategy

• Develop and maintain a strategy to deploy a global category architecture for sector wide common materials and services.
• Lead category roadmaps (demand forecasting, market intelligence, technology trends) and communicate quarterly updates to the executive team.
• Conduct spend analysis and identify consolidation, rationalization, and innovation opportunities to drive cost savings and performance improvements.

Agreements

• Lead domestic and international agreement strategy and plan across sector and supporting divisions

• Develop and lead team negotiating long‑term agreements, IDIQ contracts, and joint‑venture arrangements, targeting a minimum of 10% annual cost reduction and improved terms and conditions to drive improved supplier performance.

Cross‑Functional Leadership

• Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Finance and Program Management to align sourcing decisions with manufacturing schedules and program budgets.
• Lead for GSC the Make/Buy/Where strategy and plan, collaborating cross functionally to balance maximizing factory utilization (aligned to tech roadmaps and internal core manufacturing and integration competencies) with external capability and availability to maximize meeting business performance.   
• Mentor both direct and indirect team members.

Performance & Continuous Improvement

• Manage performance through KPIs and scorecards (cost savings, supplier performance, compliance, lead‑time) and present results for monthly GSC and quarterly Sector LT Operations reviews.
• Drive lean/six‑sigma initiatives to streamline sourcing processes and reduce cycle times.
• Champion diversity‑supplier programs and ensure alignment with corporate ESG objectives.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Thinking & Business Insight
• Advanced Negotiation & Influencing
• Risk Management & Compliance
• Supplier Development & Innovation Partnership
• Data‑Driven Decision Making
• Strong Communication & Presentation Skills
• Change Management & Continuous Improvement

Basic Qualifica