SP Launch and Missile Defense Systems (LMDS) is an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable, and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible. LMDS has an opening for a Manager Supply Chain Programs 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.
In this job, you will be responsible for managing a team of Material Program Managers. In addition, other duties include:

Responsible and accountable for the strategy, planning, and execution of all material and services content for a collection of Programs.
* Acts as the main focal point for the Program Management Office (PMO) for the entire supply chain and coordinates cross-functionally to ensure that all supply chain commitments are met, and that appropriate mitigation plans are developed and executed to address any programmatic risks related to suppliers.
* Develops the material strategy and leads the activities for GSC in all phases of the Business Acquisition Process (BAP).
* Ensures that prior to program execution, all elements of the proposed program(s) plans have complete and accurate schedules, budgets, make/buy plans, risk and opportunity management, and procurement and subcontracts strategies.
* Leads Supply Chain Program execution and is accountable for resource planning, PMO engagement and cross functional communications, driving material cost management, forecasting predictability, schedule performance, risk/opportunity management, and supplier issue resolution.
* Briefs the PMO and executive management on material status and issues affecting both Program cost and schedule performance.
Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 8 years' (master's with 6 years) of relevant in operations, supply chain, business, or program management
* Minimum of 3 years in a formal lead/management position
* Advanced knowledge of supply chain management techniques/requirements in a DOD environment, practices, processes, tools, and planning including Subcontract management in development program phases with Cost Plus contract types, processes, tools, and planning
* Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:

Current and active Security Clearance
* Familiarity with the 3 Element Approach to Supplier Performance Management
* High proficiency with Costpoint, particularly Supply Chain/MRP transactions
* Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, macros, advanced formulas and building reports
* Experience and/or knowledge in a manufacturing environment
* Direct experience in procurement or subcontract management within the FAR/DFAR's environment
* Strong strategic, innovative, and critical thinking skills
Salary Range: $146,800 - $220,200
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.