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Supply Chain Planning Specialist

AT Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman

Supply Chain Planning Specialist

Linthicum Heights, MD

Requisition ID: R10177390
Category: Global Supply Chain
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Location: Linthicum, Maryland, United States of America
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Clearance Type: Secret
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Telecommute: Yes-May consider hybrid teleworking for this position
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Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
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Travel Required: Yes, 25% of the Time
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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. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a qualified and motivated
Supply Chain Planning Specialist to support the Airborne Battle Management (ABM) Operating Unit in Linthicum, MD. The ideal candidate will have experience in supply chain management and/or related fields (including business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, and manufacturing). This position may be staffed as a hybrid role from Linthicum, MD.

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What You'll Get to Do:
• Participating 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
• Defining and developing material strategy
• Analyzing lead times and identifying critical path procurements
• Creating/releasing requisitions
• Receiving/reviewing requirements for non-standard parts
• Planning inventory levels based on dependent and independent Bill-of-Materials (BOM) requirements
• Creating/reducing supply requirements based on inventory adjustments
• Providing support to the program team to evaluate material and equipment requirements throughout the life of the program
• Understanding the breadth of the supply chain management scope (including materials management, procurement, subcontracts, material finance, and supplier relationship management)
• Developing, coordinating, and executing monthly material forecast planning and tracking
• Analyzing material supply/demand position using Material Requirements Planning (MRP) tools
• Evaluating suppliers, addressing supplier capacity and/or production issues, and noting key performance indicators
• Making sound decisions in a timely manner, displaying strong interpersonal skills, and having an agile mindset
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree with 2 + years of supply chain, material planning, general business, finance, or closely related experience; OR a Master's degree
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft tools
• Proficiency with SAP
• Experience and/or knowledge in a manufacturing and/or repair depot environment
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance
• US Citizenship
Preferred Qualifications:
• Proficient in using MRP systems for material and finance data analysis
• Experience with forecasting material receipts and sales dollars into COGNOS
• Experience with Government Programs and FAR/DFAR flow downs
• Experience managing suppliers through the following: cost/schedule/quality
• Experience managing programs with earned Value (EV)
• Experience with cost accounting management (CAM)
Salary Range: *$70,600 - $105,800
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.
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 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 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 all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Client-provided location(s): Linthicum Heights, MD, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10177390
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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