Manager, Supply Chain Programs – Level 1

Northrop Grumman

. Plan and execute supply chain strategy for material and services content for programs or program portfolios .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $104,500 - $181,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supply chain strategy execution, procurement planning, and supplier performance management, with a strong focus on aligning resources to program plans and managing budgets. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with program management offices and executive leadership.

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Supply Chain Strategy ExecutionProcurement PlanningSupplier Performance ManagementProgram ManagementSecurity Clearance

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Hard Skills

Supply Chain Metrics ManagementSubcontract ExecutionForecasting and PlanningIntegrated Master SchedulesComplex Contracting TypesProposal ProcessesCost/Schedule BaselinesMaterial Strategy ExecutionBudget ManagementMaterial Sales Forecasting

Soft Skills

LeadershipCross-Functional CoordinationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeActive SCI Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

AerospaceDefenseSpaceProcurement WorkflowsManufacturing WorkflowsFirm Fixed PriceCost ReimbursableProgress-of-Performance-Based Payments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan and execute supply chain strategy for material and services content for programs or program portfolios
Develop procurement plans for subcontracts and material
Align Global Supply Chain resources to program plans
Manage supply chain metrics, including on-time-to-place and on-time-to-need
Monitor supplier performance, line of balance, material status, and supplier risks and opportunities
Manage budgets and forecast subcontract milestones and material sales
Lead teams to ensure placement and receipt of material requirements support program plans
Steer resources and develop mitigation actions when supply chain activities fall off plan
Serve as the main supply chain focal point for Program Management Offices
Coordinate cross-functionally to meet supply chain commitments
Brief PMO and executive management on issues affecting program cost and schedule performance
Execute end-to-end material strategy and supply chain plans for Development and Production Programs
Monitor subcontract execution against Statement of Work requirements, milestones, cost/schedule baselines, and contractual terms
Coordinate with Subcontracts, Procurement, Engineering, Quality, Finance, Manufacturing, Contracts, and Operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum 6 years of supply chain, program management, procurement, purchasing or closely related experience
At least 2 years of lead or supervisory experience
Knowledge of general procurement and subcontract execution workflows
Understanding of general manufacturing and purchasing workflows
Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Currently holds an active SCI security clearance (preferred)
Experience in the Aerospace/Defense/Space industry (preferred)
Understanding of forecasting and planning, including Integrated Master Schedules (preferred)
Experience with complex contracting types and agreements, including Firm Fixed Price and Cost Reimbursable (preferred)
Knowledge of special payment provisions, including progress-of-performance-based payments (preferred)
In-depth experience with proposal processes, pricing instructions, terms and conditions, and evaluating subcontractor proposals (preferred)
U.S. Citizenship is required for positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions

Benefits

Comp & perks

9/80 work schedule, allowing every other Friday off
Overtime eligibility may apply
Shift differential may apply
Discretionary bonus eligibility
Health insurance coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Savings plan
Company-paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business