Supply Chain Planning Specialist 3/4

Northrop Grumman; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Li

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Huntsville, AL, is seeking a Supply Chain Planning Specialist (Level 3 or Level 4) to support vital missions. This 100% onsite role requires leading cross-functional teams, optimizing material strategies, and managing BOM-driven inventory and procurement.

The position offers significant responsibilities, growth opportunity, and a competitive benefits package. Travel up to 25% may be required; US government clearance is a consideration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years in operations planning and production scheduling.
• Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years in supply chain or related fields; Master’s degree with 6+ years.
• Experience may substitute for degree with 12+ years in supply chain or related fields.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams.
• Strong analytical mindset to interpret data and provide insights.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Must obtain and maintain a US government clearance.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop material strategies to meet operational goals.
• Assess supply resources, prioritize demand, and plan inventory and distribution.
• Lead cross-functional team coordination for supply chain execution.
• Engage in capacity planning and product phase-in/phase-out.
• Analyze complex supply/demand requirements for strategic decisions.
• Plan and manage inventory based on BOM requirements.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies with lead-time analyses.
• Apply analytical techniques to refine workflows and mitigate risks.
• Draft requisitions and support new product scheduling while phasing out obsolete lines.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

MS Office

MS Excel

Deltek Costpoint Materials Module

Job description

Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

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.

As a Supply Chain Planning Specialist – Level 3 or Level 4 you will be pivotal in supporting missions critical to national and global security. This position is 100% onsite at our Huntsville, AL facility.

We are excited for you to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals. Our domain provides rewarding work that contributes to the latest advancements being made in the missile defense industry.

Job Description

• Define and develop material strategies to meet operational goals.
• Assess supply resources, prioritize demand requirements, and plan inventory, distribution, material, and rough-cut capacity for raw materials.
• Serve as the primary focal point for a cross-functional team, providing leadership, guidance, and coordination to ensure effective supply chain execution.
• Engage in long-term capacity and resource planning, including product phase-in/phase-out, manufacturing ramp-up, end-of-life management, and product-line transitions.
• Analyze and synthesize complex supply/demand requirements to inform strategic decision-making.
• Plan and manage inventory levels based on Bill-of-Materials (BOM) requirements, creating or reducing supply requirements as needed.
• Develop and execute critical procurement strategies by conducting in-depth lead time analyses and identifying critical paths.
• Apply advanced analytical techniques to evaluate and refine supply chain workflows, addressing inefficiencies and mitigating risks.
• Create and release requisitions, review non-standard part requirements, and support new product scheduling while phasing out obsolete lines.

This position can be filled with either a level 3 or level 4

Basic Qualifications

• Level 3: Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant work experience in operations planning and production scheduling
• Level 4: Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of experience in supply chain, business management, program management, or related fields; or a Master’s degree with 6+ years of experience in the same areas.
• Experience may be considered in lieu of a degree requiring High School diploma and 12+ years of experience in supply chain, business management, program management, or related fields
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, fostering collaboration and accountability in achieving operational goals.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a US government clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Material management experience, especially in defense and aerospace.
• Experience with "Return to Green" plans and managing complex program execution challenges.
• Expertise in MS Excel and familiarity with Deltek Costpoint Materials Module.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to engage cross-functional teams and drive alignment.
• Exceptional analytical problem-solving skills with a proven ability to break down complex challenges and develop effective solutions.
• Comprehensive understanding of procurement, manufacturing, and purchasing workflows.
• Knowledge of forecasting, planning, and plant scheduling to drive operational execution.
• Proven ability to work under limited supervision, prioritize tasks, and maintain attention to detail.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

This is a standard 9/80 work schedule. Nine-hour days Monday through Thursday and every other Friday off.

Primary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $101,400.00 - $152,200.00

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.