Director Supply Chain Programs
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 13, 2026. Northrop Grumman scores A on the Alion truth index.
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 Defense Systems is seeking a Director of Supply Chain Programs. This position will be located in Roy, UT and will lead the day-to-day supply chain execution process excellence as it relates to the post-design release to material issuance process within supply chain in support of the Sentinel program. This position reports directly to the senior Director of Supply Chain Programs for Sentinel.
What You’ll Get To Do:
- Defines and implements end-to-end Material and Equipment planning, procurement, issuing and consumption strategy to ensure efficient flow of material to manufacturing sites and test labs
- Accountable to find and fix inefficiencies in current material flow processes and implement process changes to avoid material delays - Measurement of Key performance Indicators to assess progress required.
- Works closely with Production Operations, Quality Assurance, Engineering, other GSC functions, Program Stakeholders and Configuration Management to streamline material flow
- Identify contractual requirements which are over-burdensome in the development phase of the contract and work with NG Contracts organization to propose tailored or removed requirements that can impact EMD and shape transition Production contracts.
- Briefs GSC Leadership, the Program Management Office (PMO) and executive management on the status and issues preventing efficient material flow and status against improvement action plans.
- Works with Procurement, GSCPM, Subcontracts Management, Planning, Logistics and Supplier Management Teams (SMTs) to ensure material procurement and coordination with IWO partners is aligned with material flow strategy
- Acts as GSC Focal point for all Sentinel Transition to Production planning, initiatives & project
- Works with business systems owners developers and SMEs to ensure critical business systems (SAP, MES, CPLM) are configured for efficient material flow while remaining compliant to USG approval standards (MMAS, Procurement, & Property systems)
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts
This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. Relocation may be offered.
You’ll Bring These Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree with 10+ years’ experience (or 8 years with a Masters) in defense or aerospace systems and/or management in development or production projects.
- Experience managing people
- Experience in a production operations environment
- Advanced knowledge of supply chain management techniques, practices or theories gained through wide seasoning and/or special development. Typically, a broad functional knowledge.
- Experience in leading managers and/or professionals to achieve projects cost, performance, and schedule requirements.
- Experience creating and maintaining trusted relationships with internal and external customers.
- Ability to travel up to 25%
- Active US Government Secret clearance with the ability to obtain Secret/SAR level clearance
These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering and/or technical discipline
- Demonstrated experience in supply chain management on a major program.
- Master’s Degree in a Business or Technical field.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, with all levels of management and individual contributors.
- Demonstrated experience in interfacing seamlessly with functional teams, customers and major subcontractors in an IPT structure
- Program Management experience with earned value management system (EVMS) program.
- Experience with Firm Fixed Price and Cost Type Construction contracts and subcontracts using design-build and a design-bid-build execution strategy
- Strong analytical skills.
Primary Level Salary Range: $176,100.00 - $264,100.00The 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 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.