Associate Supply Chain Planning Specialist - Level 1

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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.

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman's Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As an Associate Supply Chain Planning Specialist – ​Level 1, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is FT remote.

In this job, you will: 

• Ensure total understanding of supplier performance, including metrics, areas for improvement, and delivery requirements

• Act as supplier lead, ensuring full knowledge of all open orders, issues, and areas for improvement

• Track all open purchase orders and upcoming deliveries and update ERP system accordingly with accurate information

• Take the lead in root causing any issues that may delay supplier delivery timing

• Interface and collaborate with Programs and other organizations within and outside of Global Supply Chain

• Plan, schedule and arrange activities to accomplish objectives

• Ability to travel 5-10% annually

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree; in lieu of degree an additional 4+ years of experience will be considered

• Experience in MS Office suite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with SAP ERP system

• Experience within the Aerospace or Aviation Industry is preferred

• Experience with FAR/DFAR

• Proficiency in Excel including pivot tables, basic formulas and V-look ups

• Written and verbal communication skills and be extremely organized, as well as being an Excel power user

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below: 

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space 

Primary Level Salary Range: $57,300.00 - $85,900.00

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.