Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.
 

We are looking for you to join our team as a Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist based out of Salt Lake City, UT.

The ideal candidate must be familiar with project management, budgeting, and resource management with the ability to communicate verbally, written, and have a presentation skillset.

Responsibilities include:

·         Financial responsibilities including EAC’s, material sales material sales forecasting and cost account management (CAM) support

·         Ability to present to internal and external decision-makers and represent Northrop Grumman Global Supply Chain in Program Management Reviews, organization leadership briefings, customer briefings, and supplier engagement

·         Ability to solve complex supply chain problems using established precedents and policies

·         Identifying, documenting, and mitigating/realizing Risks and Opportunities

·         Create and document supply and demand strategies in formal plans to achieve program goals and objectives

·         Identify and address, critical material shortages to resolve or recover established program schedules and budgets

·         Ability to prioritize efforts and adjust to quickly changing program needs and objectives

·         Develop and document project plans to achieve program material objectives with consideration to overall business unit objectives, risks and opportunities

·         Coordinate and optimize delivery schedules with suppliers to achieve program, business unit, and company goals and objectives

·         Challenge and overcome obstacles to excellence and identify continuous improvement opportunities

·         Represent GSC as a prime contact on program contracts or projects.

·         Interact with internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between 2 or more organizations

Basic Qualifications:

· Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 8 years in Global Supply Chain and/or Project Management experience or related field, Master's Degree with a minimum of 6 years in Global Supply Chain and/or Project Management experience or related field; OR 10 years of Global Supply Chain and/or Project Management experience or related field, in lieu of degree.

· Project/Program Management or GSC Project Manager experience working on Aerospace and Defense programs

· Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams

· Experience with Earned Value Managed programs

· Experience in EVMS, including CAM or direct CAM support responsibilities

· US citizenship is required

· Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government issued Secret clearance

​Preferred Qualifications

· Experience working on development and prototype based programs

· Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) or certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP)

· General understanding of Government procurement processes and regulations; FAR/DFAR

·  Experience supporting complex proposal efforts

·  Price Reasonableness Evaluation

·  Commercial Item Determination

· Expert MS Excel capability including pivot tables, macros, and VBA scripting

· Active Security Clearance

Primary 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.