Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist

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.

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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a dynamic, energetic individual for the position of Supply Chain Planning Specialist Level 3 to join our growing team of diverse professionals in the IBCS Operating Unit. This individual will serve as the Supply Chain Planning Specialist Lead and will support tactical and strategic Supply Chain activities.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Develops supply chain strategy and leads activities for GSC in all phases of the Northrop Grumman’s program and proposal execution.
• Coordinates cross-functionally (with all program functions) to ensure supply chain commitments are met, and that appropriate integrated mitigation or opportunity plans are developed and executed.
• Aligns project scope and deliverables with customer requirements and works closely with the technical community.
• Briefs the IBCS Program Manager on the status and issues affecting program performance
• Track and provide data on PR revaluations
• Ensure supplier deliveries are aligned with production schedule
• Analyze material requirements, shortages, excess, and supply risks, and take appropriate action to support on-time execution.
• Monitor purchase requisitions, purchase orders, deliveries, and inventory transactions to ensure alignment with program requirements.
• Support material status reviews, shortage meetings, production readiness reviews, and program execution meetings.
• Develop reports, metrics, and analysis related to shortages, aging requirements, inventory, and schedule performance.
• Represent the organization as a key point of contact on material planning matters requiring coordination across multiple functions.
• Coordinate and support development of material requirements among multiple Control Account Managers (CAMs) and programs.
• Review program integrated Bills of Material, support definition and validation of program material requirements, and support material/production planning to enable the efficient approval of purchase requisitions.
• Use MRP analysis tools to perform material resource planning based on demand generated resource requirements current stock, production need dates, vendor lead and material processing time to ensure timely material or service availability to support production operations.
• Requires strong understanding of Bills of Materials, structures, and dependencies within a manufacturing environment.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of related professional experience - OR - a Master's degree with 3 years of related professional experience.
• Proficiency with SAP or Similar Material Resource Planning tool
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; Excel, Word, PowerPoint (i.e. working with pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and conditional formatting)
• US Citizen
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government secret clearance

​​ Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Certifications in Earned Value Management or Project Management a plus
• Experience in the following disciplines include and are not limited to Finance, Procurement, Logistics, Purchasing, Subcontracting, Supply Chain Management and Production
• Active government Secret Security clearance

Primary Level Salary Range: $89,900.00 - $134,900.00The 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.