Program Manager 3 - Global Supply Chain

Relocation assistance is not available. Travel is required, up to 25% of the time.

About the Role

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. 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.

As a Global Supply Chain Program Manager 3 located in Magna, UT, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position requires on-site presence and travel between three major production facilities in northern Utah.

Responsibilities

• Accountable to the Program Management Office (PMO) for the entire Global Supply Chain (GSC) organization and coordinates cross-functionally to ensure that supply chain commitments are met.
• Accountable to meet material budget requirements to support the PMO financial commitments.
• Accountable for supply chain program execution including material budget, resource planning, forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity management, supplier performance, and supply chain issue resolution.
• Develops the material strategy and leads the activities for GSC in all phases of the Business Acquisition Process, including leading the material estimating process and establishing and negotiating the budget with the PMO.
• 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.
• Ensures mitigation plans are developed and executed to address any programmatic risks related to suppliers or supply chain execution.
• Briefs the PMO and executive management on program status and any necessary action plans to address issues affecting program supply chain cost and schedule performance.
• Leads and drives initiatives to reduce cost and improve efficiency.
• Works cohesively with leaders in other disciplines such as engineering, operations, quality, and other personnel to manage material performance and ensure delivery of hardware to support production needs within budget.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years’ experience in program management, project management, purchasing, or related field — OR — Master's degree and 6+ years' experience in program management, project management, purchasing, or related field; in lieu of degree, an additional 4+ years of experience may be considered.
• Prior program or project management experience successfully executing budgets and schedules of significant scope and complexity.
• Ability to work on high-level strategic initiatives that impact long-term business goals in addition to urgent requirements to support day-to-day operations.
• Experience and comfort level working and supporting Earned Value Management requirements.
• Experience leading the implementation and executing material program plans to meet program objectives.
• Skilled in developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate feedback in a manner that fosters collaboration, trust, and builds positive relationships.
• Ability to mentor and motivate others to meet complex objectives.
• Competence to work in an integrated team environment and influence change.
• Skilled and comfortable communicating and interfacing with high-level leadership.
• Knowledge and experience in government contracting requirements and regulations (e.g., FAR, DFARS, ITAR, etc.).
• Skill set to work through others to influence change and drive objectives.
• Ability to travel up to 15% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Business Administration.
• Capability to read technical drawings and documents.
• Understanding of hardware, material requirements, and critical suppliers for solid rocket motors.
• Expertise in supporting complex proposals of significant value.
• High proficiency working with MRP/ERP systems.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information to internal customers.
• Experience and understanding of FAR/DFAR provisions, including the requirements necessary to maintain a government-approved contractor purchasing system (CPSR).
• Ability to communicate complex technical information to internal and external customers.

Pay

Primary level salary range: $151,500.00 - $227,300.00. 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.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company-paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.