Manager of Supply Chain

About This Role

Lead and develop a team of Price/Cost Analysts within Northrop Grumman's Space Sector Global Supply Chain, ensuring timely and FAR-compliant Price/Cost Analysis Reports for critical programs. Serve as the sector authority on cost and price analysis under FAR Part 15.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Price/Cost Analysts supporting all Space Sector programs and Business Units
• Ensure all Price/Cost Analysis Reports (PCARs) meet FAR and DFARS requirements and withstand audit and customer scrutiny
• Oversee and perform complex cost analyses, including price and cost realism analysis, Certified Cost or Pricing Data evaluations, overrun analyses, closeout cost evaluations, and proposal support and negotiation strategy development
• Establish and maintain standardized sector methodologies for price and cost analysis
• Serve as the sector subject matter expert for FAR Part 15 pricing requirements and related DFARS provisions
• Partner with Supply Chain, Contracts, Programs, and Finance to align pricing strategy and risk posture
• Support internal and external audits (DCMA, DCAA, CPSR, internal reviews)
• Drive continuous improvement in tools, templates, training, and analytical techniques
• Provide leadership visibility on cost risk, trends, and systemic issues impacting program affordability

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Supply Chain, or related field - OR - Master's degree with 6 + years of experience
• 8+ years of experience in price/cost analysis, government contracting, or related disciplines
• Demonstrated expertise in FAR Part 15 and DFARS pricing requirements
• Proven people-leadership experience managing and developing analytical teams
• Strong command of cost analysis methodologies, including labor, material, ODC, and indirect rate analysis
• Experience supporting audits and responding to government or internal review findings
• Advanced analytical skills and proficiency with cost modeling tools and Excel-based analysis
• Ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels in a fast-paced, regulated environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Supply Chain, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in price/cost analysis, government contracting, or related disciplines, or 6+ years with a Master's degree

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits