Supply Chain Planning Specialist

Requisition ID: R Category: Global Supply Chain Location: Huntsville, Alabama, United States of America Clearance Type: Secret Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America) Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time Positions Available: 1At 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 (level 3) 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 Assesses rough-cut capacity for current and short-term manufacturing requirements Creates/reduces supply requirements based on inventory adjustments 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 Interfaces with Source process area regarding inventory levels, working capital and other areas as needed Creates/releases requisitions Receives/reviews requirements for non-standard parts Analyzes lead times and identifies critical path procurements
Basic Qualifications: Must have high school diploma or equivalent (GED) with at least 9 years of relevant experience, will consider 5 years of relevant experience with bachelor's degree or 3 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 Proficient with using Microsoft Excel or Word Proactive, self-directed and can take instruction and act Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
Preferred Qualifications: SAP MRP experience MES Proficiency Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Data AnalyticsSalary Range: $87,000 - $130,600
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.