Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist

Northrop Grumman•Rolling Meadows, IL

9d•$89,900 - $134,900•Onsite

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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and Cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies. The Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Global Supply Chain organization is seeking a knowledgeable Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist to join our SC Planning team. This position is located in Rolling Meadows, IL.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain, contracts, business and/or related field OR Master's degree and minimum of 3 years of experience in supply chain, contracts, business and/or related field. We will also consider a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
SAP experience or other ERP experience
U.S. Citizenship
Ability to obtain and maintain a Government Secret Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in Supply Chain, Business or Operations, or Financial Planning.
Experience using Excel Spreadsheets
Experience in Earned Value Management Systems
Control Account Manager (CAM) certification
Experience in Federal and Defense contracting requirements including ITAR, DOS licenses, FAR and DFARS.

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) (Cognos, CMEs, IPRS)
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.
Travel up to 10% of the time as required.