Production Planner and Scheduler

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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future    

Are you ready to put your experience to work at Northrop Grumman? If so, our Material Operations Team is looking for a motivated Production Planner and Scheduler who will be instrumental in defining material requirements, analyzing program data to prepare material spend plans, and work collectively with other functional areas for the success of the programs. You will be in a demanding role with high visibility and will be expected to analyze data in support of program requirements. The individual will analyze manufacturing, sustainment, and other material requirements based on needs of production demands, component replenishments, substitute parts or materials, repair requirements, engineering changes, and enterprise supplies.

This position supports our Defense Systems Sector and is located in Warner Robins, GA.

Responsibilities Include:

• Develop and analyze material requirements from engineering specification and production schedules.

• Analyze system data to prepare material requirements to include demand, spend plans, and monthly/quarterly financial material forecasts.

• Identify material shortage requirements and develop solutions to complex problems.

• Resolve schedule, material requirement, or business system problems with cross-functional representatives as well as master schedules and production problems and negotiate lead times. 

• Approve part or material requisitions and initiates production and purchase change orders. Responsible to ensure availability of all materials required to support completion of program repairs.

• Ensure timely and accurate material data collection to enable accurate material forecasting to support on-going production and/or repair activity.

**This position may be filled at either Level 2 or Level 3

Basic Qualifications:

Production Planner and Scheduler (Level 2):

• Experience should be in a production, repair, and/or depot environment; Must have a High School diploma/GED and 7 yrs. of direct relevant experience in supply chain, material management or supplier management. A bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience in supply chain, material management or supplier management may also be considered; a Master’s degree and 1 year of experience in supply chain, material management or supplier management may also be considered

• Proficiency in MS Office Excel

• Must be proficient in collecting and analyzing data to create complex material requirements reports, material spend reports, and program material health charts

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Must have or be able to obtain a U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) secret security clearance

• Must be able to work on-site in Warner Robins, Georgia

Principal Production Planner and Scheduler (Level 3)

• Experience should be in a production, repair, and/or depot environment; Must have a High School diploma/GED and 9 yrs. of direct relevant experience in supply chain, material management or supplier management. A bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience in supply chain, material management or supplier management may also be considered; a Masters degree and 3 year of experience in supply chain, material management or supplier management may also be considered

• Proficiency in MS Office Excel

• Must be proficient in collecting and analyzing data to create complex material requirements reports, material spend reports, and program material health charts

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Must have or be able to obtain a U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) secret security clearance

• Must be able to work on-site in Warner Robins, Georgia

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Secret Clearance

• Bachelor's Degree in related field

• 5+ years of experience material analysis and/or planning in a depot or production environment.

• MRO/PDM database and/or Electronic System SAP material transaction experience preferred.

• Experience with material planning in an MRP situation.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Access

Primary Level Salary Range: $59,600.00 - $89,400.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $73,900.00 - $110,900.00

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.