Manager, Supply Chain Programs

Northrop Grumman

Global Supply Chain Program Manager at Northrop Grumman managing supply chain execution and budgets for critical missions. Leading a team to improve efficiency and meet commitments within complex projects.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timeSalt Lake City • California, Utah • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $151,500 - $263,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Supply Chain Management, Program Management, and Project Management, with a strong focus on budget execution, resource planning, and risk management. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive strategic initiatives that align with organizational goals.

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Program ManagementSupply Chain ManagementBudget ExecutionRisk ManagementPeople Management

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Hard Skills

Program ManagementProject ManagementSupply Chain ExecutionMaterial BudgetingResource PlanningForecastingSupplier Performance ManagementMaterial EstimatingEarned Value ManagementGovernment Contracting

Soft Skills

LeadershipCross-Functional CollaborationProblem SolvingCommunicationInitiative Driving

Certifications & Qualifications

Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Global Supply ChainProgram Management OfficeMaterial StrategyProcurement StrategiesFARDFARSITAR

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Leads a team of Supply Chain Professionals that are responsible to the Program Management Office (PMO) for the entire Global Supply Chain (GSC) organization and coordinates cross-functionally to ensure that supply chain commitments are met
Oversees GSC team accountable to meet material budget requirements to support the PMO financial commitments
Accountable for supply chain program execution including material budget, resource planning, forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity management, supplier performance, and supply chain issue resolution
Oversees and develops the material strategy for GSC in all phases of the Business Acquisition Process including leading the material estimating process and establishing and negotiating the budget with the PMO for responsible program portfolio
Ensures that prior to program execution, all elements of the proposed program(s) plans have complete and accurate schedules, budgets, make/buy plans, and procurement and subcontracts strategies
Ensures mitigation plans are developed and executed to address any programmatic risks related to suppliers or supply chain execution
Oversee briefings to the PMO and executive management on program status and any necessary action plans to address issues affecting program supply chain cost and schedule performance
Leads team to drive initiatives to reduce cost and improve efficiency
Work cohesively with leaders in other disciplines such as engineering, operations, quality, and other personnel to manage material performance and ensure delivery of hardware to support production needs within budget
Acts as the escalation path for the PMO to address issues in program execution related to the supply chain

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of experience in program management, project management, supply chain or related field – OR – Master’s degree with 6+ years of professional experience
People management experience
Prior program or project management experience successfully executing budgets and schedules of significant scope and complexity
Experience working high level strategic initiatives that impact long-term business goals in addition to urgent requirements to support day-to-day operations
Experience working and supporting Earned Value Management requirements
Experience implementing and executing material program plans to meet program objectives
Expertise in supporting complex proposals of significant value
Knowledge and experience in government contracting requirements and regulations (e.g. FAR, DFARS, ITAR, etc.)
Ability to travel up to 15% of the time
Must be able to obtain a security level security clearance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Plan
Savings Plan
Paid Time Off
Education Assistance
Training and Development
9/80 Work Schedule (where available)