Supply Chain Project Manager – Level 5

Northrop Grumman

. Lead program execution for propulsion-related supplier activities, ensuring milestones are met and objectives are achieved .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $126,400 - $209,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program execution and supplier management within propulsion-related activities, with a strong focus on risk assessment, technical issue resolution, and effective communication with cross-functional teams. Holds a technical background in engineering or project management, complemented by experience in material requirements planning and complex machined parts.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Program ExecutionSupplier ManagementRisk AssessmentTechnical Issue ResolutionMaterial Requirements Planning

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Hard Skills

Program ManagementProject ManagementCost AnalysisComplex Machined PartsWelding ProcessesSupplier CoordinationForecast AccuracyRequirements ExecutionScrap PlanningReplacement Planning

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem-SolvingStakeholder Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ProjectIMS Logic

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Government Secret Security ClearanceSpecial Program Access

Industry Keywords

PropulsionSupplier ActivitiesTechnical FieldEngineeringProject Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead program execution for propulsion-related supplier activities, ensuring milestones are met and objectives are achieved
Identify, assess, and manage risks and opportunities to mitigate challenges and optimize supplier performance
Track supplier milestone completion and invoicing for forecast accuracy
Drive resolution of technical issues with suppliers, cross-functional teams, and other stakeholders
Provide frequent, detailed program status updates to internal teams and leadership
Manage and oversee proposal efforts, including supplier coordination and cost analysis
Coordinate and conduct supplier site visits as needed
Lead a team in a dynamic Program environment, including rapid requirements execution, standard parts ordering, scrap/spare/replacement planning, and serving as a GSC liaison to Program Operations and GSC Execution IPTs
Perform other duties as assigned
Occasional travel may be required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree with 12 years of related experience in a technical field or engineering and project management, OR a Master’s degree with 10 years of related experience in a technical field or engineering and project management
An additional 4+ years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
Experience with Microsoft Project and IMS Logic
Material requirements planning and/or advanced planning experience
Experience with complex machined parts including welding and special processes
Current Special Program Access preferred
Technical background or engineering degree preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Overtime eligibility, depending on position
Shift differential, depending on position
Discretionary bonus
Health insurance coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business