Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist
About The Position
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. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems has an opening for a Level 3 Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialists to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals at our San Diego, CA location supporting the F-35 CNI Programs. An incredible opportunity for an individual to work hand-in-hand with program managers, contracts, operations, business management, quality, and engineering! The selected individual should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree with at least 5 years of experience, or Master’s Degree with at least 3 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Program/Project Management, Engineering, Business Management, or related field. We will consider 9 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
- Experience with SAP or other ERP systems
- Knowledge/experience in Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)
- US Citizenship
Nice To Haves
- Experience with cost, schedule, variance reporting
- Proficient excel and analytical skills
- Control Account Manager (CAM) experience and certification
- Experience with Federal and Defense Contracting requirements including FAR/DFARS
- Experience with Supply Chain metrics, and driving performance to targets
- Demonstrated ability to influence team members, interact with peers and all levels of management in the organization
Responsibilities
- Develop supply chain strategy and lead activities for GSC in all phases of planning and execution
- Manage suppliers on cost, schedule, quality, and performance
- Assess material shortages, flag time-critical purchases, and drive acceleration
- Manage, report, and forecast material cost/performance of assigned program(s)
- Managing the material budget for contract requirements while supporting baseline/EVMS requirements
- Maintain delivery performance metrics
- Coordinate cross-functionally, directs communication, coordinates with Suppliers, and integrates efforts across all GSC functions
- Align project scope and deliverables with customer requirements and works closely with the technical community
- Brief the GSCPM, Program Management, and Operations on the status, Risk & Opportunities, and issues affecting GSC program performance
Benefits
- Health Plan
- Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Education Assistance
- Training and Development
- 9/80 Work Schedule
- health insurance coverage
- life and disability insurance
- Company paid holidays
- paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
