Director Supply Chain Programs 1

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 Strategic Space System Division has an opening for a Director, Supply Chain Programs 1 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals to support our advanced programs located in Redondo Beach, CA.

We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement and respond vigorously to change.

The Supply Chain Program Operating Unit Director within our Strategic Space Systems Division will be responsible, accountable, and have the authority for the operational efficiency, strategy, planning, and execution of the Global Supply Chain organization to include capture activities. Responsible as the main focal point for the Operating Unit for the entire GSC functional homeroom, coordinates cross-functionally to ensure that all GSC commitments are met and that appropriate mitigation plans are developed and executed to address any programmatic risks, issues, and/or opportunities related to GSC and the suppliers. The selected candidate will be responsible for developing the material strategy, and lead GSC activities for all phases of the Business Acquisition Process (BAP) for the portfolio of programs within the Operating Unit. If you are interested in becoming part of the Space Division team, we invite you to apply for a position and join us on our journey.

Responsibilities:

• Lead matrixed cross-functional organization of Global Supply Chain professionals to support business unit level requirements

• Responsible and accountable for the strategy, planning, and execution of all supply chain content for the Operating Unit

• Manage supplier relationships and support negotiations for major subcontract and procurement suppliers

• Coordinate planning, budget management, and execution of GSC content for the Operating Unit

• Responsible for career development, performance management, building strong teams, leading change and solving complex problems

Basic Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree with 10+ years (8+ years with Master’s) of experience leading supply chain program execution and/or program management including strategy, planning, and execution of programs

• Minimum 4 years of management experience with a proven record of leading multi-functional integrated product teams

• Experience supporting large execution programs as well as new program pursuits

• Experience in aerospace/defense industry

• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret/SCI Clearances

• Masters of Business Administration/Supply Chain or related field

• International Business Experience

Salary Range: $197,600.00 - $296,400.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman