Supply Chain Planning Specialist - Level 2

Northrop Grumman•Fairfax, VA

3d•$69,000 - $103,400•Remote

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. Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman's Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Supply Chain Planning Specialist – Level 2, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position offers FT remote work, but candidate needs to be located near a major NG facility.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field and 2 + years of relevant experience – OR – Master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field
Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Previous experience managing suppliers
Person should possess outstanding written and verbal communication skills and be extremely organized.

Nice To Haves

Experience within the Aerospace or Aviation industry
Experience with FAR/DFAR
Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP

Responsibilities

Responsible for supporting Procurement commodity teams with various supply chain related tasks.
Interface with Suppliers for Purchase Order delivery status and oversight that includes but is not limited to, sending Weekly Open Order Report to Suppliers, maintain current Purchase Order delivery dates, provide status to other functions for Program visibility, request and track part milestone schedule and closeout any administrative Purchase Order actions.
Conduct and lead Weekly/Bi-Weekly status meetings with Suppliers and other Global Supply Chain functions.
Interface and collaborate with Buyer, Programs and other organizations within and outside of Global Supply Chain
Ability to plan schedule and arrange activities to accomplish objectives