Global Supply Chain Sourcing Manager 3

Northrop Grumman

Global Supply Chain Sourcing Manager at Northrop Grumman overseeing sourcing for mission-critical defense programs. Collaborating across teams to ensure robust procurement strategies for the Sentinel program.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeRoy • Alabama, Utah • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $137,800 - $228,500 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop relationships and manage engagement strategy with capture and business development teams to ensure a robust sourcing strategy for every program.
Support the end‑to‑end sourcing process for high‑value contracts – from requirement definition to supplier selection, negotiation, and award.
Implement Strategic Sourcing tools (e.g., spend analytics, e‑sourcing platforms, capacity and capability analysis and visibility) to increase performance, efficiency and transparency.
Ensure compliance with DFARS, ITAR, FAR, and other defense regulations throughout the sourcing lifecycle.
Develop, maintain, and support a sector strategy to deploy a global category architecture for division wide common materials and services.
Lead category roadmaps (demand forecasting, market intelligence, technology trends) and communicate updates.
Conduct spend analysis and identify consolidation, rationalization, and innovation opportunities to drive cost savings and performance improvements.
Lead domestic and international agreement strategy and plan across sector and supporting divisions.
Develop and lead team negotiating long‑term agreements, IDIQ contracts, and joint‑venture arrangements, targeting a minimum of 10% annual cost reduction and improved terms and conditions to drive improved supplier performance.
Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Finance and Program Management to align sourcing decisions with manufacturing schedules and program budgets.
Lead for SDS GSC the Make/Buy/Where strategy and plan, collaborating cross functionally to balance maximizing factory utilization (aligned to tech roadmaps and internal core manufacturing and integration competencies) with external capability and availability to maximize meeting business performance.
Manage performance through KPIs and scorecards (cost savings, supplier performance, compliance, lead‑time) and present results for regular engagements with Division and Sector Leadership.
Drive lean/six‑sigma initiatives to streamline sourcing processes and reduce cycle times.
Champion diversity‑supplier programs and ensure alignment with corporate ESG objectives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Requires US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance and Special Access Program (SAP)
Requires a bachelor’s degree with 8 years of supplier mission assurance, manufacturing/industrial engineering, supply chain, procurement, program management, or related experience; 6 years with a master's degree; or 12 years with a High School Diploma (or equivalent)
5 years of progressive procurement/sourcing experience
At least 3 years in a global defense or aerospace environment
Demonstrated oversight of $25 million+ spend and management and coordination of cross functional teams
Experience with DFARS, ITAR, FAR, GSA, and Defense Contracting Procedures
Experience developing and tracking multi‑year cost‑saving targets
Experience negotiating complex, high‑value agreements (including IDIQ, indefinite‑delivery, and teaming agreements)
Experience with SAP or equivalent tools; Excel and data‑analytics
Requires the ability to travel to multiple supplier locations (may be up to 50% travel)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts

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Hard Skills & Tools

sourcingnegotiationspend analysiscost savingssupplier performancedemand forecastingmarket intelligenceleansix-sigmacategory management

Soft Skills

relationship managementcommunicationleadershipcollaborationstrategic thinkingproblem-solvingorganizational skillscross-functional coordinationperformance managementinnovation

Certifications

U.S. Government Secret Security ClearanceSpecial Access Program (SAP)