Prncpl Supply Chain Plng Spec

Northrop Grumman•Sykesville, MD

3d•$89,900 - $134,900•Hybrid

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 Missions Systems is currently hiring a Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist to join our team of qualified, diverse, individuals in the GSC Planning, Requirements & Delivery organization. This position will be located onsite in Sykesville, MD. It is supporting the Power and Control Systems Operating Unit, part of the Multidomain Sensing, Targeting and Survivability (MSTS) Division. This position will be onsite with consideration for a hybrid option.

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.
Experience in MS Office Suite, particularly in MS Excel.
SAP 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 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 ontime 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.