Senior Principal Supply Chain Planning Strategist

Northrop Grumman; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 86,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Discretionary bonus

Long Term Incentives

PTO

Company holidays

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Sr. Principal/Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist to join NGDS. The role focuses on enabling procurement strategies, managing supplier performance, and driving cost-effective material flow across programs.

Ideal candidates have strong government contracting acumen, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to obtain US government clearance. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities across a global defense portfolio.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (GED) with 9+ years of relevant experience or Bachelor's with 5+ years.
• Experience with Government contracting and key business processes.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel or Word; able to analyze data and create reports.
• Ability to obtain U.S. government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).

Responsibilities

• Enable procurement strategies for EEE distribution suppliers.
• Manage Open Order Reports with suppliers and keep system records updated.
• Lead supplier issue management, prioritization and expediting with impacted programs.
• Complete SAMS assessments and run Supplier Business Reviews (SBRs).
• Develop relationships with supplier personnel to build partnerships.
• Receive/review requirements for non-standard parts.
• Analyze lead times and identify critical path procurements.

Skills

Government contracting

Excel/Word proficiency

Security clearance eligible

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

SAP

MES

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Sr. Principal/Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist to join NGDS. The role focuses on enabling procurement strategies, managing supplier performance, and driving cost-effective material flow across programs.

Ideal candidates have strong government contracting acumen, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to obtain US government clearance. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities across a global defense portfolio.