Mgr Spares Management 2

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Warner Robins
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job 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 Sector is seeking a Material Manager 2 to join our growing team in support of a large program that has both production and repair efforts. The selected candidate will lead a team of Material Analysts and Logistics Analysts under the Material Operations Group in Warner Robins, Georgia.This position requires multi-disciplined knowledge in all areas related to material planning, material cost scheduling, supply chain coordination, and material procurement. As the Material Manager you will create and manage statistical material models that can accurately forecast material cost and demand for production and repair lines. The Material Manger will lead a team that will identify material requirement and schedule the delivery of material to meet the demand. The manager will be responsible for the review of historical usage trends, research demand drivers, prepare forecast data and provide resolution for shortages. The Material Manager will report to the S&SS OU Material Operations Manager but will be required to work cross-functionally with program managers, production floor managers, and repair depot managers to ensure all requirements are met.Leadership characteristics and people engagement is of the upmost importance, with an ability to exhibit professionalism and create a team working and learning environment. Communication is paramount, with an ability to clearly define expectations and work through issues. Additional leadership characteristics include the ability and willingness to step-up and assume accountability when the perception of need exists, and an ability to accomplish tasks in a positive manner while managing multiple projects at the same time with varying levels of maturity.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Manages and executes the activities of material planning, determines material requirements, schedules, and monitors the movement of material
• Provides direction and leadership a team of Material and Logistics Analysts which will identify material demand and schedule for delivery of material.
• Identifies critical material shortages and resolving material related issues due to supply based problems, inventory errors or demand changes.
• Ultimately responsible for inventory control ensuring stock levels are maintained at an appropriate level by coordinating the efficient movement of materials with Global Supply Chain, production floor, repair depot, or the material stores group.
• Accurately budget and forecast costs by using statistical planning models to forecast the material demand.
• Works collaboratively with other functional areas to meet program commitments.
• Drives the material health process, continuous improvement, and affordability initiatives within the program.
• Works collaboratively with Global Supply Chain to ensure suppliers are adhering to Statements of Works, program established ECDs, and financial forecasts.
• Will generate material financial forecasts for the program based on supplier status and ECDsBasic Qualifications:
  • A Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience or Master's Degree and 6 years of experience in supply chain, material management, supplier management or relatable field. Experience should be in a production, repair, and/or depot environment; an additional 4 yrs. of direct relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.
  • Demonstrated success in leading teams or projects
  • Proven success in cost forecasting and budget preparation.
  • Demonstrated ability to gather and analyze data and provide executable plans to resolve complex issues arising from the findings
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
  • US citizen and ability to obtain a DOD Secret Security Clearance.
  • Required to obtain/maintain access to work on-site in Warner Robins, GeorgiaPreferred Qualifications:
    • Proficiency in statistical and mathematical material modeling techniques with the ability to analyze large amounts of data for developing projections and estimates.
    • Minimum 8 years of material planning, supply chain, or programs management experience
    • In depth knowledge of material management in a depot or production environment
    • Experience with systems such as MES, Gold, MRP, and SAP
    • 7+ years of experience working with suppliers, forming strategic relationships and analyzing possible risk positions.
    • Understanding of Obsolescence and Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) Salary Range: $93,100 USD - $139,700 USD Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/ .Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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