Supplier Relationship & Performance Manager 2 (SRPM)

About the role

The Supplier Relationship & Performance Manager 2 (SRPM) will lead enterprise level supplier engagement for a portfolio of strategic enterprise suppliers. The position requires a location near an existing Northrop Grumman facility: Baltimore, MD, Falls Church, VA, Irving, TX, or Melbourne, FL.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the enterprise relationship manager for a portfolio of strategic suppliers critical to Northrop Grumman programs and operations.
• Develop and execute supplier engagement strategies aligned to enterprise objectives, business priorities, and long-term sourcing strategies.
• Lead executive-level supplier governance, including business reviews, performance assessments, strategic planning sessions, and escalation management.
• Drive supplier performance improvements across key metrics including quality, delivery, responsiveness, capacity, affordability, and innovation.
• Partner with sector Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Program Management, and Contracts teams to ensure alignment on supplier priorities and action plans.
• Facilitate executive-to-executive engagement and relationship development with supplier leadership teams.
• Identify opportunities for supplier collaboration, technology advancement, process improvement, and value creation.
• Strategically program and project management: Develop and manage a portfolio of supplier-focused initiatives that deliver measurable cost savings, risk reduction, capacity improvements, and operational efficiencies.
• Lead cross-functional teams in the execution of supplier improvement projects and enterprise initiatives.
• Establish and maintain enterprise-level reporting, dashboards, and executive communications related to supplier performance and strategic initiatives.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends, market dynamics, supplier financial health, and emerging risks to proactively inform business decisions.
• Drive corrective action plans and recovery efforts for suppliers experiencing issues.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, Supplier Management, Program Management, Operations, Engineering, or a related business function plus a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Demonstrated success influencing internal and external stakeholders without direct authority.
• Experience managing executive-level supplier relationships within aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or highly regulated industries.
• Experience developing and presenting recommendations to senior leadership and executive audiences.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of supplier risk management, supply chain resilience, business continuity planning, and strategic sourcing methodologies.
• Experience leading enterprise-wide initiatives across multiple business units.
• Continuous Improvement certification or experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or Operational Excellence methodologies.
• Global sourcing and international supplier management experience.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret level security clearance.

Skills

• Strategic Thinking
• Executive Presence
• High Energy
• Relationship Building and Influence
• Supplier Performance Management
• Risk Management
• Business Acumen
• Project Leadership
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Continuous Improvement

Benefits

Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

Pay

The primary level salary range for this position is $121,000.00 - $181,600.00. Base salary offers are determined based on a number of factors including the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's experience, education, skills, and current market conditions.