Director Supply Chain Programs - R10210396

Overview

Director Supply Chain Programs 1 - R. Relocation assistance may be available. Clearance Type:
Secret. Travel:
Yes, 25% of the Time. This role is based on site in Melbourne, FL.

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives around the world today and in the future. We seek bold ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, while bringing our whole selves to work. This opportunity is contingent on program funding; start dates are determined after funding confirmation.

• Key leadership interface for program and functional senior leadership
• Responsible and accountable for the strategy, planning, and execution of all material content for operating units
• Provides leadership for the Global Supply Chain (GSC) organization in a matrixed environment, ensuring strategies and plans are aligned with business objectives
• Leads major proposal and pursuit activities
• Participates in executive level meetings, collaborating across functions for supply chain solutions

The Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (AS) sector is hiring a Director GSC Programs 1 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This leadership role supports the Global Supply Chain organization for programs within Aeronautics Systems. The position will lead global supply chain strategy, planning, and execution, partnering with a wide range of stakeholders to support corporate, sector, and division objectives, including program execution and financial performance.

The selected candidate will be a high performing, goal-oriented leader with the ability to work with program stakeholders and across functions to optimize results. This is a leadership position with daily executive interactions, requiring impeccable judgment and alignment with Northrop Grumman leadership behaviors. The role operates in a fast-paced environment with diverse assignments and collaborative/team settings at all levels, including executive leadership.

We offer flexible work arrangements, a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, learning opportunities, exposure to various projects and customers, and a friendly team environment. We are seeking self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented individuals to help us grow our services and continue improving what we do.

• Bachelor’s Degree and 10 years of experience in supply chain management, program management, operations, business management or related field OR a Master’s Degree and 8 years of experience in these areas
• 3 years of experience leading tasks on schedule and at cost as a project lead, integrated program team, or cost account manager
• Cost Account Management (CAM) experience
• Aerospace & Defense (A&D) experience
• Ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government Secret clearance (DoD in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access required for the position within a reasonable period

• Master’s Degree with at least 8 years of experience in related fields
• Experience briefing executive-level audiences
• Solid understanding of supply chain processes and KPIs
• Extensive proposal management experience
• Experience leading in a matrixed environment

Primary Level Salary Range: $ - $

The above salary range represents a general guideline; base salary offers consider scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, education, and current market conditions. Depending on the position, overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus may be offered. Annual bonuses may reward individual contributions and company results. Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. Northrop Grumman offers various benefits including health insurance, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, company paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO).

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the posting date. This timeline may be shortened or extended based on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

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.

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