Supply Chain Planning Specialist

Supply Chain Planning Specialist

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.

Start your future with a new mission: Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS). As a part of the NGMS Team you'll join experts in developing systems and solutions that keep our world safe. Together we protect our troops, public safety, information, and our planet. It's unique work. It's challenging and rewarding. But most of all, its work that makes a difference. We'll support you with training and our shared vision of global security.

Mission Systems Category Management Team is looking for a Supply Chain Planning Specialist, reporting to the Category Manager. This position is instrumental in driving the supply base to provide consistently high-quality parts on schedule to support our customers.

This role is based out of Linthicum, MD, Rolling Meadows, IL or San Diego, CA with a Hybrid option.

What You'll Get To Do:

• Perform Open Order Report (OOR) management to include dock dates, need dates, contract dates and program communications.
• Define and develop material strategy for on-time supplier delivery.
• Proactively assess delivery risks and collaborate with Programs.
• Lead supplier issue management, prioritization, expediting.
• Complete quarterly supplier assessments (SAMS), facilitate Supplier Business Reviews (SBR's), manage Supplier Management Plans and Supplier Production Readiness Reviews.
• Analyze lead times and identifies critical path procurements.
• Review requirements for non-standard parts, analyze lead times, and identify critical path procurements.
• Analyze, aggregate, and prioritize supply/demand requirements.
• Develop relationships with suppliers' personnel for quick response.

Basic Qualifications for Supply Chain Planning Specialist:

• Associate's degree with minimum of 4 years of experience in supply chain, contracts, business and/or closely related field OR Bachelor's degree minimum of 2 years of experience in supply chain, contracts, business and/or closely related field.
• US Citizenship
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications for Supply Chain Planning Specialist:

• Experience with team collaboration
• Experience is resolving problems with peers and customers
• Experience in supplier manufacturing
• Proficient in Microsoft applications
• Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing knowledge

Primary Level Salary Range: $72,400.00 - $113,800.00. 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.