Principal Supply Chain Planning Analyst

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Linthicum, MD, USA
In-Office
90K-135K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Manages supply chain planning for defense programs, including requisition releases, purchase orders, delivery schedules, material budgets, cost forecasting, and EVMS activities. Identifies procurement risks, lead-time constraints, supplier capacity issues, and critical-path requirements. Supports proposals, supply chain strategy, supplier development, risk mitigation, and secondary sourcing. Coordinates buyers, planners, subcontract administrators, schedulers, customers, and suppliers to maintain program schedules.
Summary Generated by Built In
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a qualified and motivated professional for the role of Principal Supply Chain Planning Analyst supporting the Distribution Systems division –  MUX TACAIR, with experiences in supply chain management and/or related fields (including business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, and manufacturing).   This position is located in Linthicum, Maryland.

The Principal Supply Chain Planning Analyst responsibilities will encompass:

  • Management of on time req release, PO placements, and PO delivery dates to maintain program schedule
  • Management of material budgets for contract requirements.  Supporting baseline/EVMS requirements
  • Accurate reporting and forecasting of material cost/performance of assigned program(s)
  • Execution of duties as CAM to support program PLATO/CEAC/EAC activities
  • Identification and management of program risks and opportunities as they pertain to material requirements
  • Analysis of material lead times and identification critical path procurements
  • Monitoring and addressing supplier capacity and/or production issues
  • Supporting program proposal activities (BOE’s creation, CBOM review)
  • Supporting the development of supply chain strategies – including supplier development and supplier risk management, which may include development of secondary sources
  • Coordination of program activities between various supply chain management functions including buyers, planners, subcontract administrators, scheduling, customers and suppliers.

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Basic Qualifications Principal Supply Chain Planning Analyst

  • Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years of supply chain and/or business management experience or master’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of supply chain and/or business management experience.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance
  • US Citizenship

    

Preferred Qualifications:     

  • Shop order launch experience
  • Development/IRAD/CRAD program execution experience
  • Software procurement experience
  • Experience with ZRPIs, BOEs, and QUEST runs
  • Non-MRP procurement experience
  • Active Secret Security Clearance
  • Experience with proposals
  • Material CAM experience

Primary Level Salary Range: $89,900.00 - $134,900.00

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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of supply chain and/or business management experience
  • Alternatively, a master's degree and at least 3 years of supply chain and/or business management experience
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Shop order launch experience
  • Development, IRAD, or CRAD program execution experience
  • Software procurement experience
  • Experience with ZRPIs, BOEs, and QUEST runs
  • Non-MRP procurement experience
  • Active Secret security clearance
  • Proposal experience
  • Material CAM experience

Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.

  • Retirement Support 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.

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The Company
HQ: Charlotte, North Carolina
85,636 Employees

What We Do

We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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