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Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking to hire a Manager of Supply Chain Programs 2 to join its team of diverse and qualified individuals. This position will be located in Roy, UT and will support the Strategic Deterrent Systems (SDS) division.
Roles and Responsibilities

• The primary focus of this role will be in support of the Sentinel Transition to Production Planning (TPP) thread, through though leadership, cross functional collaboration with and through the existing Sentinel EMD PMO framework.
• Key activities and strategies include but are not limited to: Manufacturing Readiness Assessments, Manufacturing Maturation Plans, Supplier Capability & Capacity Assessments, Production based Supply Chain Risk & Opportunity Management, Alternate Sourcing Plans & Strategies (Risk Handling Plans), Multi-Source strategies, and Long Term Agreement opportunity identification.
• Responsible and accountable for the strategy, planning, and execution of all material and services content for SDS Programs and Business Units as a Division level Global Supply Chain GSCPM Manager 2 with a focus on Global Supply Chain Strategic Sourcing.
• Acts as the main focal point for the Global Supply Chain Strategic Sourcing Function accountable to SDS Program Management Offices (PMO) for the entire supply chain and coordinates cross-functionally to ensure that all supply chain commitments are met, and that appropriate mitigation plans are developed and executed to address any programmatic risks related to suppliers.
• Develops the material sourcing strategies in partnership with Program Engineering, Production Operations, and Program facing GSCPM leads.
• Leads strategic sourcing activities for GSC in all phases of the Business Acquisition Process (BAP). Ensures that prior to program execution, all elements of the proposed program(s) plans have vetted sources of supply (e.g. capability / capacity), complete and accurate schedules, budgets, make/buy plans, and procurement and subcontracts strategies.
• Leads supply chain Program execution and is accountable for production planning, manufacturing readiness, material / service affordability, supplier investment, forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity management, supplier performance, and supply chain issue resolution.
• Briefs Division and Program, executive management on the status and issues affecting supply chain cost and schedule performance across the SDS Division portfolio.
Basic Qualifications

• Requires US Citizenship and an active U.S. Government DoD Secret Security Clearance awarded or reviewed within the last 6 years
• Requires the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need
• Requires a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field with 8 years of related experience; 6 years with a master's degree; or 12 years of related experience may be accepted with a HS Diploma (or equivalent) in lieu of a degree
• Requires experience with supply chain management techniques, practices or theories gained through wide seasoning and/or special development, specific to cost-reimbursable subcontracts
• Requires demonstrated experience and success in leading and developing cross functional teams
• Requires experience presenting to executive leadership
• Requires experience with supplier management for large, critical suppliers
• Requires the ability to travel (domestic) up to 25%
Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Supply Chain, Business or Technical field
• Special Program Access
• 5+ years leading and/or managing teams
• Demonstrated experience in strategy and planning, production readiness, life cycle cost analysis, strategic sourcing, supplier evaluation (capability & capacity), supply chain risk & opportunity (identification / mitigation / execution), and major subcontractor management
• Ability to create and maintain trusted relationships with internal and external customers
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, with all levels of management and individual contributors
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 position's standard work schedule is 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.
Primary Level Salary Range: $126,600.00 - $189,800.00The 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. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.PDN-a0662a10-163c-422b-9a67-08a0dbe743b1