Northrop Grumman

Supply Chain Planning Specialist

Northrop Grumman • $65K — $98K *
Corinne, UT 84307In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 2+ years experience in supply chain or related fields; or a Master's degree with no prior experience.
  • Ability to lead and motivate teams towards operational goals.
  • Strong analytical skills for interpreting data and identifying trends.
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

  • Define and develop material strategies to achieve operational goals.
  • Assess supply resources and plan inventory and capacity for raw materials.
  • Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams for effective supply chain execution.
  • Engage in long-term capacity and resource planning for product phases and transitions.
  • Analyze complex supply/demand requirements to support decision-making.
  • Manage inventory levels based on Bill-of-Materials requirements.
  • Develop procurement strategies through lead time analyses.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Savings plan.
  • Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and personal business.
  • Company paid holidays.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescription

As a Supply Chain Planning Specialist - Level 2 you will be pivotal in supporting missions critical to national and global security. This position is 100% onsite on either Magna, UT or Promontory, UT facilities.

Job Description:
  • Define and develop material strategies to meet operational goals.
  • Assess supply resources, prioritize demand requirements, and plan inventory, distribution, material, and rough-cut capacity for raw materials.
  • Serve as the primary focal point for a cross-functional team, providing leadership, guidance, and coordination to ensure effective supply chain execution.
  • Engage in long-term capacity and resource planning, including product phase-in/phase-out, manufacturing ramp-up, end-of-life management, and product-line transitions.
  • Analyze and synthesize complex supply/demand requirements to inform strategic decision-making.
  • Plan and manage inventory levels based on Bill-of-Materials (BOM) requirements, creating or reducing supply requirements as needed.
  • Develop and execute critical procurement strategies by conducting in-depth lead time analyses and identifying critical paths.
  • Apply advanced analytical techniques to evaluate and refine supply chain workflows, addressing inefficiencies and mitigating risks.
  • Create and release requisitions, review non-standard part requirements, and support new product scheduling while phasing out obsolete lines.


Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience in supply chain, business management, program management, or related fields; or a Master's degree with 0 years of experience in the same areas.
  • Experience may be considered in lieu of a degree requiring High School education and 6+ years of experience in supply chain, business management, program management, or related fields
  • Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, fostering collaboration and accountability in achieving operational goals.
  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Material management experience, especially in defense and aerospace.
  • Experience with "Return to Green" plans and managing complex program execution challenges.
  • Expertise in MS Excel and familiarity with Deltek Costpoint Materials Module.
  • Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to engage cross-functional teams and drive alignment.
  • Exceptional analytical problem-solving skills with a proven ability to break down complex challenges and develop effective solutions.
  • Comprehensive understanding of procurement, manufacturing, and purchasing workflows.
  • Knowledge of forecasting, planning, and plant scheduling to drive operational execution.
  • Proven ability to work under limited supervision, prioritize tasks, and maintain attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and business acumen to navigate high-stakes decision-making environments.
  • Currently resides in Utah.


Primary Level Salary Range: $65,500.00 - $98,300.00

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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

Northrop Grumman Careers

Join the elite team at Northrop Grumman, a leading global security company providing innovative systems, products, and solutions in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics and modernization to customers worldwide. There has never been a more exciting time to advance your career with Northrop Grumman.

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Learn more about Northrop Grumman
Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
NASDAQ
NOC
* Ladders Estimates

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