Supply Chain Planning Specialist/ Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Huntsville
Posted on: November 26, 2022

Job Description:

Requisition ID: R10062045
Category: Global Supply Chain
Location: Huntsville, Alabama, United States of America
Citizenship Required: United States Citizenship
Clearance Type: None
Telecommute: Yes-May consider hybrid teleworking for this position
Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
Positions Available: 1 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. Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you'll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future Northrop Grumman Defense Systems sector is currently seeking a Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist / Supply Chain Planning Specialist to join our team of diverse professionals in Huntsville, AL. Responsibilities: Defines and develops material strategy
Responsible for the assessment of supply resources; aggregates and prioritizes demand requirements; plans inventory, distribution requirements, production, material and rough-cut capacity for all products
Participates in make/buy process, long-term capacity and resource planning; product phase-in/phase-out, manufacturing ramp-up, end-of-life management and product-line management
Analyzes and aggregates supply / demand requirements. Analyzes purchase material supply/demand position using Material Requirements Planning (MRP) tools
Plans inventory levels based on dependent and independent Bill-of-Materials (BOM) requirements
Participates in long-term capacity and resource planning to ensure proper scheduling of new product line phase-ins as well as existing product line phase-outs
Supports MRP in creating and release of requisitions
Receives/reviews requirements for non-standard parts
Analyzes lead times and identifies critical path procurements
This position has direct path to a lead role in a large high visibility program
Supports lead planner in establishing financial forecast related to material procurement strategy Basic Qualifications for Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist: Must have high school diploma or equivalent (GED) with at least 7 years of relevant experience
Will consider 3 years of relevant experience with bachelor's degree or 1 year of relevant experience with Master's
Understanding of Government contracting and key business processes and have the ability to contribute to advanced strategy and planning throughout the business process
MRP / ERP experience
Proficient with using Microsoft Excel or Word
Proactive, self-directed and can take instruction and act
Be able to travel, as needed (up to 10%)
U.S. Citizen Basic Qualifications for Supply Chain Planning Specialist: Must have high school diploma or equivalent (GED) with at least 10 years of relevant experience
Will consider 6 years of relevant experience with bachelor's degree or 4 year of relevant experience with Master's
Understanding of Government contracting and key business processes and have the ability to contribute to advanced strategy and planning throughout the business process
Working proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
MRP / ERP experience
Be able to travel, as needed (up to 10%)
U.S. Citizen Preferred Qualifications: SAP MRP experience
Bachelor's degree
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Data Analytics Salary Range: $61,900 USD - $92,900 USD
Salary Range 2: $76,200 USD - $114,400 USD Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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