Director of Supply Chain Programs 2
Northrop Grumman
Director of Supply Chain Programs 2
Northrop Grumman
Builds stealth bombers, missiles, and satellites
Northrop Grumman’s Defense Systems sector is looking for aDirector of Supply Chain Programs 2inRoy,Utah. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
TheSr. Director of Global Supply Chain–Sentinel Programsreportsdirectly to theSenior Director– GSCfor Strategic DeterrentSystem Division(SDS)andisdotted line to theSentinel ProgramVP. 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 tocollaborateeffectivelywith internalstakeholders,theUSGcustomerandengage withGSC divisionfunctionalleadershiptodrive program/GSC strategiesacross the Sentinel supply chain. Strong knowledge inGSCcompliance areasisalso required.
Major Responsibilities:
The single point of contactto the Sentinel programfor all GSC related mattersandresponsible and accountable for the strategy, planning, and execution of all direct and indirect material services required to supportSentinelprograms.
Develops the long term supply chain strategy aligned toprogram, division and sector strategiesinclusive 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 theGSCsingle point-of-contactin all GSC relatedinteractions with the Sentinel USG Customer.
Develop, train, retain an excellent team of supply chain professionals across theprogramthroughoutstandingleadership, team building, career opportunities and a culture of respect and belonging.
Ownership of theSentinelsupply 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 theprogram/division, as neededto 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 theprogram/division, aligned with sectors’ strategy, to escalate 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 executionandat 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 withDivision,Sector, Enterprise and other division functions and programs.
Ensure compliance with the wide range of regulatory and other requirements and achieve supplier diversity requirementsin support of the Sentinel Program.
Leverage and engage inDivision,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:
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- 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,andoverallpost 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
Builds stealth bombers, missiles, and satellites
Northrop Grumman builds military aircraft, missiles, rocket motors, satellites, and electronic systems, mostly for the American military and allied governments. It designed the B-2 stealth bomber and built NASA's James Webb Space Telescope, the largest telescope ever sent to space. The company works through four businesses: aircraft, missiles and ammunition, radar and communications systems, and space hardware such as satellites and solid rocket boosters. Most revenue comes from long-term government contracts, many of them classified. Its roots go back to Northrop Aircraft, founded in 1939, and it took its name after buying Grumman in 1994 and is based in Falls Church, Virginia.
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