Supply Chain Planning Specialist

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE:
None

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.

If forging a secure future excites you, look no further! Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector provides an arena where your passion for innovation and quest for exploration are welcome. 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.

We are excited for you to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals. Our domain provides rewarding work that contributes to the latest advancements being made in the missile defense industry.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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…