Program Manager 3 - Global Supply Chain

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No 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. As a  Global Supply Chain Program Manager 3,  located in ​ Magna, UT , you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.  FT remote work is not available. The Global Supply Chain Program Manager 3 will be responsible and accountable for the strategy, planning, budget, and execution of all material and services content for a critical strategic program. Job Duties: Accountable to the Program Management Office (PMO) for the entire Global Supply Chain (GSC) organization and coordinates cross-functionally to ensure that supply chain commitments are met Is the Program Manager accountable to meet material budget requirements to support the PMO financial commitments Accountable for supply chain program execution including material budget, resource planning, forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity management, supplier performance, and supply chain issue resolution Develops the material strategy and leads the activities for GSC in all phases of the Business Acquisition Process including leading the material estimating process and establishing and negotiating the budget with the PMO Ensures that prior to program execution, all elements of the proposed program(s) plans have complete and accurate schedules, budgets, make/buy plans, and procurement and subcontracts strategies Ensures mitigation plans are developed and executed to address any programmatic risks related to suppliers or supply chain execution Briefs the PMO and executive management on program status and any necessary action plans to address issues affecting program supply chain cost and schedule performance Lead and drive initiatives to reduce cost and improve efficiency Work cohesively with leaders in other disciplines such as engineering, operations, quality, and other personnel to manage material performance and ensure delivery of hardware to support production needs within budget Position requires on-site presence and travel between three major production facilities in northern Utah Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 8+ years’ experience in program management, project management, purchasing, or related field - OR - Master's degree and 6+ years' experience in program management, project management, purchasing, or related field; in lieu of degree an additional 4+ years of experience may be considered Prior program or project management experience successfully executing budgets and schedules of significant scope and complexity Ability to work high level strategic initiatives that impact long-term business goals in addition to urgent requirements to support day to day operations Experience and comfort level working and supporting Earned Value Management requirements Experience leading the implementation and executing material program plans to meet program objectives Skilled in developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate feedback in a manner that fosters collaboration, trust, and