Traffic Administrator Level 1 or 2

Traffic AdministratorAt 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, but they're also making history.Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems Global Supply Chain (GSC), Goods Movement & Logistics (GM&L) has an opening for a Traffic Administrator to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located onsite in Iuka, MS.Plans, schedules, and routes inbound and outbound domestic and international shipments of freight, using knowledge of postal regulations, tariffs, and company policy. Schedules with carriers, reconciles freight bills, prepares and negotiates claims, and selects or recommends carriers to ensure efficient, timely, and least expensive movement of goods and material. Conducts research on transportation methods, rates, and routes. Develops programs to audit and monitor carrier rates and charges and evaluates past performance and cost of transportation.This position reports to the GSC Sector Logistics Manager for the Aeronautics Systems Sector and will be responsible for Domestic operations in support of all programs and sites across the sector, such as oversight of planning, scheduling and routing of inbound and outbound domestic and international shipments of freight, using knowledge of postal regulations, tariffs, and company policy. Additionally, working with an organization which oversees scheduling with carriers, reconciling freight bills, preparing and negotiating claims, and selection or recommendations of carriers to ensure efficient, timely, and least expensive movement of goods and material. They will conduct research on transportation methods, rates, and routes, help develop programs to audit and monitor carrier rates and charges and conduct evaluations of past performance and cost of transportation for the Sector, with a focus on sustaining and improving affordability, operational efficiency and Key Performance Indicators (KPI). Candidate responsible for activities and knowledge within multiple disciplines across the Supply Chain organization, exhibiting end-to-end supply chain competence.Roles and Responsibilities:Accountable for domestic and international traffic operations on site, acting as the escalation path to address issues in program execution related to the GM&L Traffic operations on site, ensuring mitigation plans are developed and executed to address any risks related to GM&L's executionPrepare and tender SOFO-10 for multiple programs and classified programs or other government formsSubmit DD250'S to WAWF, and tender shipment utilizing DTMS, ITMS, and FedEx online application. Print approved DD250 and pair with original to be shipped after they are signed off by DCMA.Coordinate dedicated truck shipments as requested by various programs in addition to classified shipmentsResponds to client needs by answering e-mails, calls, tracking and moving shipmentsMonitors and ensure on-time pick-up and deliverySupport Shipping/Receiving with unloading/loading of small packages when neededProvide support to import on uploading documents to the file repositoryResearch and Resolving customer or supplier issuesThe ideal candidate will have strong customer service & problem-solving skillsOther duties as required and assigned by managerUpdate training documentsScan work to remote teammatesPrint / match up documents for outbound shipments from remote employeesObtain required system access for SOWStaging and labeling small packages under 50lbs. on the shipping floorThis position may be filled as a Level 1 or Level 2 based on the qualifications outlined below.Basic Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree with experience in Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Project Management, Business Management, operations OR High School Diploma/Equivalent with at least 4 years of experienceMust have Supply Chain or Traffic or Shipping or Warehousing experienceAbility to obtain and maintain U.S Government Secret Clearance and Special Program Access within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the Company to meet its business needsExperience with the use of Transportation Management Systems (TMS) applicationsAssociate Traffic administrator Level 2Bachelor's Degree with 2 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Project Management, Business Management, operations OR a Master's Degree with at least 1 years of experience OR High School Diploma/Equivalent with at least 6 years of experienceMust have Supply Chain or Traffic or Shipping or Warehousing experienceAbility to obtain and maintain Special Program Access within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the Company to meet its business needsExperience with the use of Transportation Management Systems (TMS) applicationsPreferred Qualifications:Experience as an accomplished problem-solver and change-agent whose unique mix of technical and business expertise lends itself to developing innovative Supply Chain strategiesAerospace & Defense experienceCurrent U.S Government Secret ClearanceCurrent Hazardous material Certification (ie., IATA or HazMat Certification)Knowledge understanding of logistic elements; supportability, inventory management and logistics supportAdvanced experience with MS Excel, Word, and PowerPointPrimary Level Salary Range: $49,400.00 - $74,200.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $59,600.00 - $89,400.00The 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.