Supplier Quality Data Analyst

Northrop Grumman; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Mesa, AZ is seeking an Associate Supplier Quality Analyst to collect, analyze, and report data on supplier performance and product quality. The role supports Supplier Quality, Procurement, and Operations by turning raw data into actionable insights to reduce risk and drive improvement across the supply base.

You will lead our Vendor Corrective Action Board, develop dashboards with Power BI/Tableau, and partner with IT to improve data structures.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in a data-focused role within manufacturing, aerospace/defense, automotive, electronics, or similar industry.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; comfortable working with large, complex datasets.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, lookups, charts).
• At least one data visualization tool (Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik).
• Basic SQL for querying and joining data from relational databases.
• Familiarity with quality and supplier performance concepts (PPM, FPY, COPQ, SCARs, audits, RCCA).
• Ability to clearly communicate insights and recommendations verbally and in writing.
• Strong attention to detail, data accuracy, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Data Management & Reporting: Collect, cleanse, and maintain data from multiple sources (ERP/MRP systems, supplier scorecards, incoming inspection, nonconformance systems, audits). Develop and maintain dashboards and standard reports showing supplier performance (on-time delivery, defect rates, escapes, returns, etc.). Ensure data integrity, consistency, and traceability across systems.
• Supplier Performance Analysis: Analyze supplier quality metrics (PPM, DPPM, yield, FPY, COPQ, on-time delivery) to identify trends, systemic issues, and emerging risks. Segment suppliers by performance, risk, and strategic importance to support sourcing and supplier development decisions. Provide data-driven recommendations to Supplier Quality Engineers, Supply Chain, and Program teams.
• Quality & Root Cause Analytics: Lead our VCAB (Vendor Corrective Action Board) where we review supplier SCARs. Support root cause and corrective action (RCCA) efforts with data (Pareto charts, trend analysis, control charts, correlation studies).Track effectiveness of corrective actions using before/after metrics.
• Dashboards, Tools, & Automation: Design and maintain Power BI/Tableau/Excel dashboards for real-time visibility of supplier quality performance. Automate recurring data pulls, transformations, and reports (e.g., using SQL, Python, or advanced Excel).Partner with IT/Data teams to improve data structures, definitions, and reporting tools.
• Stakeholder Support & Communication: Provide routine and ad hoc analytical support to Supplier Quality, Procurement, Operations, and Program Management. Prepare clear presentations and visualizations that communicate complex data to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Participate in supplier reviews, business reviews, and internal quality meetings as the data/metrics owner.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline data collection and reporting processes. Support development of supplier scorecards, KPIs, and standard work for performance monitoring. Contribute to initiatives focused on reducing defects, escapes, and cost of poor quality (COPQ).

Skills

Data analysis

Excel advanced

SQL

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Data Analytics / Supply Chain / Business

Tools

SAP

TIPQA

Solumina

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Mesa, AZ is seeking an Associate Supplier Quality Analyst to collect, analyze, and report data on supplier performance and product quality. The role supports Supplier Quality, Procurement, and Operations by turning raw data into actionable insights to reduce risk and drive improvement across the supply base.

You will lead our Vendor Corrective Action Board, develop dashboards with Power BI/Tableau, and partner with IT to improve data structures.