Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist

Northrop Grumman • Linthicum Heights, MD

5d • $89,900 - $134,900

About The Position

Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced, motivated self-starter to support the Secure Processing Operating Unit in Linthicum, Maryland. The role supports supply chain planning and material management for program requirements in a fast-paced production environment involving leading-edge technology suppliers. The position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a government Secret clearance. Travel is 10% of the time; relocation assistance is not available.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of experience in supply chain, contracts, business, or a related field; or a master’s degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience.
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a government Secret clearance.
• Proficiency with the MS Office Suite, with expertise in MS Excel.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in supply chain, business or operations, or financial planning.
• Experience with Earned Value Management Systems.
• Control Account Manager (CAM) certification.
• Experience with federal and defense contracting requirements, including ITAR, DOS licenses, FAR, and DFARS.

Responsibilities

• Manage on-time requisition releases, purchase order placements, and purchase order delivery dates to maintain program schedules.
• Manage material budgets for contract requirements and support baselining and EVMS requirements.
• Manage, report, and forecast material cost and performance for assigned programs using Cognos, CMEs, and IPRS.
• Act as a Control Account Manager (CAM) to support Program PLATO, CEAC, and EAC activities.
• Identify and manage program risks and opportunities related to material requirements.
• Analyze lead times and identify critical-path procurements.
• Monitor and address supplier capacity and production issues.
• Support program proposal activities, including BOE creation and CBOM review.
• Support development of supply chain strategy, including supplier development and supplier risk management, which may include developing secondary sources, safety stocks, and buffer stocks.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company-paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
• Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal