Supply Chain Planning Specialist 4

Northrop Grumman • Chandler, AZ

1d • $101,400 - $152,200 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is hiring a Supply Chain Planning Specialist – Level 4 to support work in the missile defense industry. The position is 100% onsite at either the company’s Chandler, Arizona facilities and requires travel 25% of the time. Relocation assistance is not available. The role defines and develops material strategies, plans supply and inventory, leads cross-functional supply chain execution, and supports long-term capacity and product-transition planning. The position follows a standard 9/80 schedule: nine-hour days Monday through Thursday and every other Friday off.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 8 or more years of experience in supply chain, business management, program management, or a related field; or a master’s degree and 6 or more years of such experience.
• In lieu of a degree, a high school diploma and 12 or more years of experience in supply chain, business management, program management, or a related field may be considered.
• Ability to lead and motivate teams, fostering collaboration and accountability toward operational goals.
• Strong analytical skills, including interpreting data, identifying trends, and providing actionable insights.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government clearance.
• Ability to travel 25% of the time.

Nice To Haves

• Material management experience, especially in defense and aerospace.
• Experience with Return to Green plans and complex program execution challenges.
• Expertise in MS Excel and familiarity with the Deltek Costpoint Materials Module.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, including engaging cross-functional teams and driving alignment.
• Exceptional analytical problem-solving skills and ability to develop solutions to complex challenges.
• Comprehensive understanding of procurement, manufacturing, and purchasing workflows.
• Knowledge of forecasting, planning, and plant scheduling.
• Ability to work under limited supervision, prioritize tasks, and maintain attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop material strategies to meet operational goals.
• Assess supply resources, prioritize demand requirements, and plan inventory, distribution, material, and rough-cut capacity for raw materials.
• Serve as the primary focal point for a cross-functional team, providing leadership, guidance, and coordination for supply chain execution.
• Conduct long-term capacity and resource planning, including product phase-in and phase-out, manufacturing ramp-up, end-of-life management, and product-line transitions.
• Analyze complex supply and demand requirements to inform strategic decisions.
• Plan and manage inventory levels based on Bill-of-Materials (BOM) requirements, creating or reducing supply requirements as needed.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies through lead-time analysis and identification of critical paths.
• Apply analytical techniques to evaluate and refine supply chain workflows, address inefficiencies, and mitigate risks.
• Create and release requisitions, review non-standard part requirements, support new product scheduling, and phase out obsolete lines.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k).
• Educational assistance.
• Life insurance.
• Employee assistance programs and work/life solutions.
• Paid time off.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Employee discounts.
• Disability insurance.
• Company-paid holidays.
• Potential eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position.

What This Job Offers

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