... subcontracts strategies. * Leads supply chain Program execution and is accountable for project ... Briefs the PMO and management on status and issues affecting Program cost, schedule, and supplier ...
... subcontracts strategies. * Leads supply chain Program execution and is accountable for project ... Briefs the PMO and management on status and issues affecting Program cost, schedule, and supplier ...
... subcontracts strategies. * Leads supply chain Program execution and is accountable for project ... Briefs the PMO and management on status and issues affecting Program cost, schedule, and supplier ...
... subcontracts strategies. * Leads supply chain Program execution and is accountable for project ... Briefs the PMO and management on status and issues affecting Program cost, schedule, and supplier ...
Sr Subcontracts Specialist
Tempe, AZ · On-site
... program requirements. Your expertise in subcontract management will be crucial in identifying and resolving subcontract issues and developing mutually acceptable solutions. Key Responsibilities
Sr Subcontracts Specialist
Tempe, AZ · On-site
... program requirements. Your expertise in subcontract management will be crucial in identifying and resolving subcontract issues and developing mutually acceptable solutions. Key Responsibilities
... or Program Manager with day to day management of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, proposals, estimates, documentation, turnover ...
... or Program Manager with day to day management of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, proposals, estimates, documentation, turnover ...
... or Program Manager with day to day management of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, proposals, estimates, documentation, turnover ...
... or Program Manager with day to day management of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, proposals, estimates, documentation, turnover ...
Subcontracts Manager
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
... buyers, expediters, subcontract administrators and data automation. Will take primary ... Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to ...
Subcontracts Manager
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
... buyers, expediters, subcontract administrators and data automation. Will take primary ... Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to ...
... buyers, expediters, subcontract administrators and data automation. Will take primary ... Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to ...
... buyers, expediters, subcontract administrators and data automation. Will take primary ... Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to ...
Senior Advanced Program Performance Management Specialist
Scottsdale, AZ · On-site
$132K - $143K/yr
Senior Advanced Program Performance Management Specialist Ready to be a leader with the company ... several subcontractors across distinct product lines * Exceptional experience with DCMA audits
Senior Advanced Program Performance Management Specialist
Scottsdale, AZ · On-site
$132K - $143K/yr
Senior Advanced Program Performance Management Specialist Ready to be a leader with the company ... several subcontractors across distinct product lines * Exceptional experience with DCMA audits
Program Administrator
Phoenix, AZ · Hybrid
$50K - $90K/yr
Develop and manage basic program plans tailored to spacecraft and ground-segment timelines; ensure coordination between systems engineering, manufacturing, test, logistics, and subcontractors ...
Program Administrator
Phoenix, AZ · Hybrid
$50K - $90K/yr
Develop and manage basic program plans tailored to spacecraft and ground-segment timelines; ensure coordination between systems engineering, manufacturing, test, logistics, and subcontractors ...
Senior Advanced Program Performance Management Specialist
Scottsdale, AZ · Hybrid
$132K - $143K/yr
Utilizing your seasoned team building skills, the Senior Advanced Program Performance Management ... several subcontractors across distinct product lines * Exceptional experience with DCMA audits
Senior Advanced Program Performance Management Specialist
Scottsdale, AZ · Hybrid
$132K - $143K/yr
Utilizing your seasoned team building skills, the Senior Advanced Program Performance Management ... several subcontractors across distinct product lines * Exceptional experience with DCMA audits
Program Administrator
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$50K - $90K/yr
... and subcontractor commitments. • Prepare regular status reports for management and customers that highlight program health, technical risks, test/qualification progress, and schedule impacts to ...
Program Administrator
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$50K - $90K/yr
... and subcontractor commitments. • Prepare regular status reports for management and customers that highlight program health, technical risks, test/qualification progress, and schedule impacts to ...
Project Manager
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
... the Senior Program Manager and is responsible for overseeing project delivery, maintaining profitability, meeting deadlines, and fostering strong relationships with clients, subcontractors ...
Project Manager
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
... the Senior Program Manager and is responsible for overseeing project delivery, maintaining profitability, meeting deadlines, and fostering strong relationships with clients, subcontractors ...
Senior Advanced Program Performance Management Specialist
Scottsdale, AZ · On-site
$132K - $143K/yr
Utilizing your seasoned team building skills, the Senior Advanced Program Performance Management ... several subcontractors across distinct product lines * Exceptional experience with DCMA audits
Senior Advanced Program Performance Management Specialist
Scottsdale, AZ · On-site
$132K - $143K/yr
Utilizing your seasoned team building skills, the Senior Advanced Program Performance Management ... several subcontractors across distinct product lines * Exceptional experience with DCMA audits
Safety Manager-Data Center
Mesa, AZ · On-site
Facilitate collaboration between project teams, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities. * Reporting Structure & Team Oversight Reports To: * Program HSE Manager * Site HSE Supervisor Site HSE ...
Safety Manager-Data Center
Mesa, AZ · On-site
Facilitate collaboration between project teams, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities. * Reporting Structure & Team Oversight Reports To: * Program HSE Manager * Site HSE Supervisor Site HSE ...
The Project Manager will report directly to the Senior Program Manager and is responsible for the ... Support the Prime Contract, subcontract, client contractor, and supplier invoicing process.
The Project Manager will report directly to the Senior Program Manager and is responsible for the ... Support the Prime Contract, subcontract, client contractor, and supplier invoicing process.
The Project Manager will report directly to the Senior Program Manager and is responsible for the ... Support the Prime Contract, subcontract, client contractor, and supplier invoicing process.
The Project Manager will report directly to the Senior Program Manager and is responsible for the ... Support the Prime Contract, subcontract, client contractor, and supplier invoicing process.
Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Program and Planning Scheduling Analyst - Level 4 , to join ... Experience with subcontract schedule management. * Active US Government security clearance. Your ...
Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Program and Planning Scheduling Analyst - Level 4 , to join ... Experience with subcontract schedule management. * Active US Government security clearance. Your ...
Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Program and Planning Scheduling Analyst - Level 4 , to join ... Experience with subcontract schedule management. * Active US Government security clearance. Your ...
Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Program and Planning Scheduling Analyst - Level 4 , to join ... Experience with subcontract schedule management. * Active US Government security clearance. Your ...
Sr Subcontracts Specialist
Tempe, AZ · On-site
Manage key program suppliers * Build supplier strategies to enable best overall value to Honeywell ... Recognize and communicate subcontract issues; collaborate with Project Managers and Sourcing Team ...
Sr Subcontracts Specialist
Tempe, AZ · On-site
Manage key program suppliers * Build supplier strategies to enable best overall value to Honeywell ... Recognize and communicate subcontract issues; collaborate with Project Managers and Sourcing Team ...
Preconstruction Manager
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$113K - $115K/yr
Builds relationships with subcontractors, engineers, and owners ensuring that the company is ... Participates in presentation preparation and coaching of the client pitch team (BGL, Program ...
Preconstruction Manager
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$113K - $115K/yr
Builds relationships with subcontractors, engineers, and owners ensuring that the company is ... Participates in presentation preparation and coaching of the client pitch team (BGL, Program ...
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| Aspect | Subcontract Program Manager | Contract Manager |
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| Credentials | Project management certifications, industry-specific experience | Legal or contract management certifications, negotiation skills |
| Work Environment | Oversees subcontractors, manages project scope and timelines | Drafts, reviews, and negotiates contracts, ensures compliance |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Construction, aerospace, defense, manufacturing | Corporate, government agencies, legal departments |
| Search & Comparison Intent | Understanding subcontract management roles | Legal and contractual responsibilities |
The Subcontract Program Manager focuses on managing subcontractors within projects, ensuring scope, schedule, and quality are met. The Contract Manager primarily handles contract negotiations, compliance, and legal aspects. While both roles require strong organizational skills and industry knowledge, the Subcontract Program Manager emphasizes project execution, whereas the Contract Manager concentrates on contractual agreements and legal risk management.
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Targets and Interceptors GSC Project/Program Manager - Level 3 or Level 4
Chandler, AZ • On-site
Full-time
Medical, Life, PTO
Re-posted 15 days ago
Northrop Grumman rating
8.2
Based on 360 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
88th of 537 rated manufacturers
Job description
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: None
TRAVEL: NoDescription
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.
Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman's Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Targets and Interceptors Global Supply Chain Project/Program Manager (GSCPM) - Level 3 or Level 4, located onsite in Chandler, AZ, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.
We offer flexible work arrangements, 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.
The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels.
Job Duties:
- Responsible and accountable for the strategy, planning, and execution of all material and services content for a Program or collection of Programs.
- Ensure vertical and horizontal integration of Global Supply Chain Schedules through strategic planning and execution.
- 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 material strategy and leads activities for GSC in all phases of the Business Acquisition Process (BAP). Oversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between GSC Program Management and planning, project teams, and line management.
- Leads teams of individuals in a dynamic, fast-paced Program environment with responsibilities including rapid requirements execution, standard parts ordering, scrap/spare/replacement planning and serves as a GSC liaison to Program Operations and GSC Execution IPTs.
- Participates routinely in supplier IPT's as the GSC program/project strategy owner.
- Ensures that prior to program execution, all elements of the proposed program(s) plans have complete and accurate schedules, budgets, material make/buy plans, procurement and subcontracts strategies.
- Leads supply chain Program execution and is accountable for project resource planning, material cost, forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity management, supplier performance, and supply chain issue resolution.
- Provide early visibility into purchase requisition requirements release constraints and material excess review.
- Reviews status of projects and budgets; manages schedules and prepares status reports.
- Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives.
- Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress, risk mitigation, supplier expedite milestones, intervention strategy, and participates in problem solving with project managers, line managers, and clients.
- Briefs the PMO and management on status and issues affecting Program cost, schedule, and supplier performance.
- Communicates program schedule and engineering change deviations and ensure all impacts are coordinated with internal/external customers prior to implementation and execution.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree with 5+ years of experience in supply chain management, project management, sustainment, proposals, material requirements planning, GSC advanced planning or procurement -OR- Master's degree with 3+ years of experience in supply chain management, project management, sustainment, proposals, material requirements planning, GSC advanced planning or procurement for a level 3; in lieu of degree an additional 4+ years of experience in supply chain management, project management, sustainment, proposals, material requirements planning, GSC advanced planning or procurement may be considered
- Bachelor's Degree with 8+ years of experience in supply chain management, project management, sustainment, proposals, material requirements planning, GSC advanced planning or procurement -OR- Master's degree with 6+ years of experience in supply chain management, project management, sustainment, proposals, material requirements planning, GSC advanced planning or procurement for a level 4; in lieu of degree an additional 4+ years of experience in supply chain management, project management, sustainment, proposals, material requirements planning, GSC advanced planning or procurement may be considered
- Must have experience with Bills of Materials and design effectivity planning
- Must have previous experience in Supply Chain with U.S. Government contracts
- Must have experience in Advanced Planning and Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
- Ability to read blueprints and have manufacturing requirements understanding
- Ability to obtain an active U.S. Government Secret level clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the Company to meet its business needs
- Ability to manage and communicate effectively at all levels for multiple abstract priorities, projects, and actions with minimal supervision
- Strong PC Skills; including Advanced MS Excel, solid working knowledge of MS Project, MS Powerpoint, and Sharepoint
Preferred Qualifications:
- Costpoint and SAP System knowledge
- EVMS experience
- CAM experience
- MS Visual Basic and data repository use
- Enterprise Software Factory (ESF) Confluence
- Zenith Visual Analytics Portal
- Manufacturing supplier experience/knowledge
- Active U.S. Government Secret level clearance.
Primary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $101,400.00 - $152,200.00
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 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.
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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.
Industry
Space research administration
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Falls Church, VA, US
Year founded
1939