Manager, Supply Chain

Northrop Grumman

. Lead a team of exempt and non-exempt employees, who are responsible for the shipping, receiving and warehouse operations supporting various production programs including chemical management.

Posted 4/23/2026full-timeSalt Lake City • Utah • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $115,000 - $172,400 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a team of exempt and non-exempt employees, who are responsible for the shipping, receiving and warehouse operations supporting various production programs including chemical management.
Coordinates interdepartmental activity with Quality Assurance, Engineering, Warehousing, Traffic, Procurement, etc.
Responsible for meeting direct budget targets, writing/updating work instructions, providing performance metrics, and making recommendations to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency of operations.
Leads a team that has the mission statement to support all Production goals and objectives through the accurate tracking, receiving, shipping with a strong focus on safety and cost efficiency.
Leads the supply chain team in executing best practices and measuring performance through agreed upon Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Train and guide employees in keeping with all Northrop Grumman Values & Leader Characteristics
Collaborate with various programs on projects related to material receipt, storage, issue, and transportation.
Lead, coordinate, and collaborate with internal and external customers, including local, state, federal, and international agencies to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements in support of Space Sector programs.
Directs team activities associated with program transportation, including major deliveries (classified and unclassified), and specialty movements as they relate to transportability.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, manufacturing, operations, or business management OR a Master’s Degree with 3 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, manufacturing, operations, or business management OR a High School Diploma/Equivalent with 9 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, manufacturing, operations, or business management
Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience leading a team, process, and/or projects
Must have basic knowledge of Material Planning or Production Planning and/or equivalent Planning experience
Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company

Benefits

Comp & perks

health insurance coverage
life and disability insurance
savings plan
Company paid holidays
paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

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Hard Skills & Tools

supply chain managementproject managementmanufacturingoperations managementmaterial planningproduction planningbudget managementperformance metricsKey Performance Indicators (KPIs)regulatory compliance

Soft Skills

leadershipteam coordinationcollaborationcommunicationtrainingproblem-solvingorganizational skillsinterdepartmental coordinationrecommendation makingfocus on safety

Certifications

Bachelor’s DegreeMaster’s DegreeHigh School Diploma/EquivalentSpecial Access Program (SAP)