Sr Principal Supply Chain Planning Spec

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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.

Description

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 is seeking a Sr Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist who is experienced in supply chain management and is a motivated self-starter to support the Secure Processing Operating Unit.  This position is located in Linthicum, Maryland and is on-site/Hybrid.

The Supply Chain Planning Specialist's responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage on time 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)
• Act as CAM to support Program PLATO/CEAC/EAC activities
• 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.
• Support Program proposal activities (BOE’s creation, CBOM review, etc)
• Work with other organizations to define and implement Product structure and inventory management process
• Support development of supply chain strategy – including supplier development and supplier risk management, which may include development of secondary sources, safety stocks, and buffer stocks

Basic Qualifications for Sr Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist;

• Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 8 years of experience in supply chain, contracts, business and/or related field OR Master's degree and minimum of 6 years of experience in supply chain, contracts, business and/or related field.
• Proficiently experienced in the use of MS Office Suite with expertise in MS Excel.
• SAP experience.

Preferred Qualifications for Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist:

• Previous experience in Supply Chain, Business or Operations, or Financial Planning.
• Ability to work in a team environment while also being able to work independently with limited oversight
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and communicate priorities effectively
• 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.

Salary Range: $108,400.00 - $162,600.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to b