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Manager Supply Chain Programs 3

Northrop Grumman

Baltimore, MDFull-time$168–251K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$168–251K/yr
Location
Baltimore, MD
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Secret clearance

Job overview

The Global Supply Chain Program Manager 3 leads strategy, planning, budget, and execution for material and services supporting two radar operating units. The role partners with program, business, engineering, operations, quality, contracts, and supply chain teams to meet commitments and objectives. It is an on-site position in Baltimore, with responsibilities spanning supply chain execution, acquisition activities, risk mitigation, and executive status briefings.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Program ManagementProject ManagementPurchasingSupply Chain ManagementEarned Value ManagementPeople ManagementRadar DevelopmentAdvanced Product PortfoliosComplex Defense ProgramsProposal SupportMRP/ERP SystemsSupply Chain PlanningFinancial PerformanceProgram ExecutionGovernment ContractingFARDFARSITARDevelopment and Production

Qualifications

Bachelor's+8, Master's+6 or 4+ Years Equivalent8+ Years Program Management or Related Experience6+ Years Program Management or Related Experience4+ Years Additional Related Experience5+ Years Team LeadershipUS CitizenshipSecret Clearance Eligibility

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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 , supporting Northrop Grumman Mission Systems , you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.

Are you looking for a real challenge where you can push yourself, own complex problems, and make a visible impact every day? This role is ideal for a driven, high-performing leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment and is energized by the opportunity to solve difficult problems, drive accountability, and deliver results across a broad cross-functional landscape.

This manager of managers will be responsible and accountable for the strategy, planning, budget, and execution of all material and services content in support of the Radar Accelerated Development and Radar Advanced Product Family Operating Units. The selected candidate will work closely with Program Management, Business Management, Engineering, Operations, Quality, Contracts, and the broader Global Supply Chain organization to ensure supply chain commitments are achieved and program objectives are met.

The ideal candidate is a driven, high-performing leader who is energized by challenging work, high expectations, and complex problems requiring both strategic perspective and disciplined execution. They bring urgency, ownership, and strong judgment to the work, thrive in ambiguous and fast-moving environments, and are skilled at driving alignment, accountability, and results through leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.

This position requires on-site presence in Baltimore, MD . Full-time remote work is not available.

Job Responsibilities

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Own supply chain program execution including material budget, resource planning, forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity management, supplier performance, and supply chain issue resolution.

  • Develop the material strategy and lead GSC activities in all phases of the Business Acquisition Process.

  • Ensure mitigation plans are developed and executed to address programmatic risks related to suppliers or supply chain execution.

  • Brief the PMO and executive management on program status and necessary action plans to address issues affecting supply chain cost and schedule performance.

  • Operate in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment, balancing long-range strategic objectives with urgent day-to-day execution needs.

  • Foster a culture of ownership, urgency, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the team and broader stakeholder network.

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Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of program management, project management, purchasing, supply chain, or related field. or Master’s degree with a minimum of 6 years of program management, project management, purchasing, supply chain, or related ; or an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of a degree in program management, project management, purchasing, supply chain, or related field.

  • Experience in support of Earned Value Management requirements.

. 5+ years of team lead of people or direct management

  • US Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting radar development, advanced product portfolios, or similar complex defense programs.

  • Expertise supporting complex proposals of significant value.

  • Experience with MRP/ERP systems.

  • Experience integrating supply chain planning, financial performance, and program execution.

  • Experience with government contracting requirements and regulations, including FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and related requirements.

  • Experience working across development and production environments with demanding schedule, cost, and supplier performance requirements.

Primary Level Salary Range: $167,500.00 - $251,300.00

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.

Job Category: Global Supply Chain

How this job compares

Set against the 11,507 open Program Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 6, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$168–251K/yr
  • Maryland median$130–208K/yr177 salary ranges
  • US median$120–202K/yr9,098 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $209K, is 23% above the Maryland median midpoint ($170K) — in the top quarter of Program Manager salary ranges in Maryland.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 234 open Program Manager jobs in Maryland and 11,507 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 8 years of experience; Program Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 6 years at the median (9,775 postings).
Education
4,585 of the 11,507 open Program Manager jobs (40%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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