Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist

Northrop Grumman•Roselle, IL

About The Position

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 is seeking experienced and motivated professionals for the role of a Supply Chain Subcontracts Specialist with experiences in supply chain management, or related fields, to include business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, or manufacturing. The successful applicant will become a part of Northrop Grumman's Tactical Fighters Business Unit within the Mission Systems Sector supporting the ATP Production Programs. Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist who is experienced in supply chain management and is a motivated self-starter in Baltimore, MD.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management ; or a master's degree with a minimum of 3 years of experience Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management in; A high school diploma or GED with a minimum of 9 years of experience in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management
US Citizenship
Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance
Experience with either CAM or Earned Value Management (EVM) principles

Nice To Haves

Professional experience in a regulated industry to include Aerospace & Defense or Financial Services, SAP experience
Experience with MRP/ERP systems, financial systems, FAR, DFAR and ITAR
Experience with multiple contracting formats, including Firm Fixed Price and/or Cost Reimbursable
Experience with terms and conditions, and/or special contract clauses/types such as: long term agreements and intellectual property agreements negotiation experience
CAM & Earned Value Management (EVM) principles certified
Active Secret Security Clearance

Responsibilities

Manage on time req release, PO placements, and PO delivery dates to maintain program schedule.
Manage material budget for contract requirements. Supporting baselining/EVMS requirements.
Manage/report and forecast material cost/performance of assigned program(s)
Act as CAM to support Program PLATO/CEAC/EAC activities
Identify and manage program risks and opportunities as they pertain to material requirements.
Analyzes lead times and identifies critical path procurements.
Monitor and address supplier capacity and/or production issues.
Maintain strong business acumen and ability to operate in a fast-paced production environment that consists of leading-edge technology suppliers.
Support Program proposal activities (BOE's creation, CBOM review, etc)
Support development of supply chain strategy - including supplier development and supplier risk management, which may include development of secondary sources.
Liaison for assigned program(s) and supply chain management function including buyers, planners, subcontract administrators, scheduling, customers and suppliers, etc.
Represent Northrop Grumman in Program Management Reviews (PMRs) and leadership briefings (internal/external).