Sr Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist

Northrop Grumman; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 108,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sr. Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist to join their dynamic team in Linthicum, MD. This role offers the opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects that impact global security. You will manage supply chain operations, interface with various teams, and ensure the success of critical programs. The position promises a supportive environment that fosters growth and innovation, allowing you to leverage your expertise in supply chain management while contributing to missions that matter. If you have a pioneering spirit and a desire to make a difference, this role is for you.

Benefits

Health Plan

Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Training and Development

9/80 Work Schedule

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in supply chain management or related fields.
• Experience in managing programs, subcontracts, and materials.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage global supply chain aspects of ongoing projects.
• Evaluate material and equipment requirements throughout program life.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Project Management

Logistics

Financial Planning

SAP

MS Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

SAP

MS Office Suite

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

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.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced and motivated professional for the role of a Sr. Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist (Band 4) with experience in supply chain management, or related fields, to include business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, or manufacturing.

This position is located in Linthicum, MD.

**What You’ll Get to Do:**

As a Sr Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist for the Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center supporting the MDA, you join a team dedicated to supporting the various MDA programs reporting to the Supply Chain Program Manager for the MDA Business Unit. You will further the success of our programs to help Northrop Grumman leave the boundaries of what's known and solve tomorrow's problems. In this role you will oversee and manage the global supply chain/operational aspect of ongoing projects and serve as a liaison between project management, planning, engineering and GSC. You will assess program issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality and customer satisfaction goals and objectives. Be at the forefront of the latest development programs in Northrop Grumman Mission Systems by joining the Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center!

The Sr Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist responsibilities will encompass but are not limited to:

+ Providing support to the program team to evaluate material and equipment requirements throughout the life of the program

+ Interface/collaborate with other functions of the program team

+ Analyzes and aggregates supply / demand requirements.

+ Planning and coordinating program requirements

+ Monitoring and establishing material inventory

+ Addressing supplier capacity and/or production issues

+ Evaluating suppliers and noting key performance indicators

+ Leveraging your skills and talents throughout this role

+ Forecasts material receipts and communicates variances to forecast

+ Creates/releases requisitions.

+ Receives/reviews requirements for non-standard parts.

+ Analyzes lead times and identifies critical path procurements.

+ Develop/understand the proposal/execution strategy and structures

+ Maintain a strong business acumen and ability to operate in a fast paced development environment that consists of leading edge technology suppliers and non-traditional supply base.

**Basic Qualifications** **for Sr Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist 4** :

+ Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 8+ years of professional experience in supply chain management, or related fields, to include logistics, manufacturing/ project management, business management, or information systems OR Master’s degree with a minimum of 6 years of professional experience in supply chain management, or related fields, to include logistics, manufacturing/ project management, business management, or information systems.

+ Experience in SAP (or related)

+ Experience managing programs, subcontracts, materials, financials, and/or services

+ Proficiency in MS Office suite

+ Ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance

+ Us Citizenship

**Preferred Qualifications Sr Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist 4:**

+ Previous experience in Supply Chain, Business or Operations, or Financial Planning

+ Material management experience

+ Experience in Federal and Defense contracting requirements including ITAR, DOS licenses, FAR and DFARS.

+ Experience with cost, schedule, variance reporting

+ Experience coaching to implementing change with demonstrated result

+ Active DoD Top Secret Clearance

**_What We Can Offer You_**

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

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 base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.