Supply Chain Planning Specialist

Northrop Grumman•San Diego, CA

2d•$72,400 - $113,800•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. Start your future with a new mission: Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS). As a part of the NGMS Team you’ll join experts in developing systems and solutions that keep our world safe. Together we protect our troops, public safety, information, and our planet. It’s unique work. It’s challenging and rewarding. But most of all, its work that makes a difference. We’ll support you with training and our shared vision of global security. CCA and Power Supply Category Management Supply Chain Planning Specialist: As a part of the Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS)Team you’ll join experts in developing systems and solutions that keep our world safe. Together we protect our troops, public safety, information, and our planet. It’s unique work. It’s challenging and rewarding. But most of all, its work that makes a difference. Join us, We’ll support you with training and our shared vision of global security. Mission Systems Category Management Team is looking for a Supply Chain Planning Specialist, reporting to the Category Manager. This position is instrumental in driving the supply base to provide consistently high-quality parts on schedule to support our customers. This role is based out of Linthicum, MD, Rolling Meadows, IL or San Diego, CA with a Hybrid option.

Requirements

Associate's degree with minimum of 4 years of experience in supply chain, contracts, business and/or closely related field OR Bachelor’s degree minimum of 2 years of experience in supply chain, contracts, business and/or closely related field.
US Citizenship
Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience with team collaboration
Experience is resolving problems with peers and customers
Experience in supplier manufacturing
Proficient in Microsoft applications
Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing knowledge

Responsibilities

Perform Open Order Report (OOR) management to include dock dates, need dates, contract dates and program communications.
Define and develop material strategy for on-time supplier delivery.
Proactively assess delivery risks and collaborate with Programs.
Lead supplier issue management, prioritization, expediting.
Complete quarterly supplier assessments (SAMS), facilitate Supplier Business Reviews (SBR’s), manage Supplier Management Plans and Supplier Production Readiness Reviews.
Analyze lead times and identifies critical path procurements.
Review requirements for non-standard parts, analyze lead times, and identify critical path procurements.
Analyze, aggregate, and prioritize supply/demand requirements.
Develop relationships with suppliers’ personnel for quick response.