Manager of Global Supply Chain Business Management 3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Space Sector Global Supply Chain has an opening for a Manager of Global Supply Chain Business Management to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This person will report to the GSC PM CoE. This leadership position will be located in one of the following locations:

• Redondo Beach, CA- Preferred Location

• Baltimore, MD

• Mclean, VA

• Dulles, VA

• Chandler, AZ

We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement and respond vigorously to change.

Position Overview:

Responsible for Materiel (Subcontract and Procurement) financial forecast accuracy to plan and ensuring alignment with Business Management plan(s) and assumptions in Business Unit, Division and Sector Indicated Final (IFs).

The Global Supply Chain Business Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of Materiel Cost tracking activities within the organization. This includes operating cross functionally to develop and implement standardized processes to improve base forecasting and understanding/developing variances across the Sector. The Manager is further responsible for knowledge sharing by developing training materials, templates and presentations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Improve the accuracy of the year-end IFs and AOP submittal

• Improve the accuracy of the monthly rolling forecast updates by coordinating with buyers and Business Management

• Provide monthly reconciliation and executive presentation to support Sector, Division EAC and OPS reviews  

• Review all significant cost type and Progress Payment authorized FFP major subs to determine expenditure and billing forecast requirements and compliance

• Work with buyers to coordinate with suppliers for required forecasts

• Develop guidelines and process to provide material base sensitivities. Upside/Downside, high/medium/low probabilities to rolling forecast

• Develop general procedures/work instructions to standardize materiel base forecasting process

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree

• 10+ years of relevant experience in global supply chain, business management, procurement, and/or subcontracts management with a proven track record of success in managing subcontracting activities for large-scale projects.

• 7+ years formal lead/management experience

• Solid understanding of subcontracting and business management/EVM principles, practices, and regulations, including FAR/DFARS requirements.

• Proficiency in contract management systems, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to travel up to 25%

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years' of proven track record building a robust monthly rhythm for supplier forecasting team (Subcontracts/Procurement Management, Finance, and Material Cost Management)

• Cost Account Management/Earned Value certifications is a plus.

• Provides the necessary timeline for data population, status, and analysis

• Creates the ability to have data driven conversations

• Provides insight to monthly or quarterly changes, tracking key deliveries, and communicating financial implications

Salary Range: $146,800.00 - $255,000.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.