Manager Supply Chain 2
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 5, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 8, 2026. Northrop Grumman scores B 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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Goods Movement Manager Supply Chain 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Global Supply Chain organization. This leadership role is in Beavercreek, OH.
The Goods Movement manager oversees the coordination of schedules for the production floor as well as ensuring the flow of parts, materials, and assemblies between departments is done in a timely manner. They will make certain that the manufacturing process operates efficiently and reliably with assistance from the expediting group. Part of their responsibilities includes the estimation and agreement of timescales with the clients and the other managers. You will support driving supplier delivery performance, set execution targets, and track performance in support of achieving program financial goals. A successful candidate will be ready to lead multi-disciplined teams in a variety of complex tasks while also developing process improvements and creating the tools necessary for exceptional performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage team to company goals with KPI's.
- Oversees the day-to-day workflow of production staff.
- Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
- Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.
- Maintain acceptable inventory accuracy levels through process controls on manufacturing floor.
- Develop trend analysis tools examining WIP and inventory which effectively signal abnormality within the process and provide guidance to correction.
- Monitor each programs plan and actuals to ensure optimal line balancing, WIP control, and elimination of over production.
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.
Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, inventory management or production OR a Master’s Degree with 3 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, inventory management or production OR High School Diploma/Equivalent with 9 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, inventory management or production
Must have a minimum of 4 years experience leading a team, process, and/or projects
Experience with MRP or ERP systems
At minimum, an active DoD Secret level clearance is required to apply and to start the role, with the ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the Company to meet its business needs
Preferred Qualifications
SAP ERP experience
Experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry
Scheduling experience (Microsoft Project, Open Plan)
Experience managing Aerospace production control and/or warehousing