Supply Chain Planning Specialist 2 or 3

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Oxnard, CA, USA
In-Office
76K-141K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Plans and manages supply chain demand, procurement releases, inventory, supplier deliveries, vendor processing, material master data, and buy-part performance. Coordinates stakeholders, resolves quality and delivery issues, manages purchase order dates, supports configuration control, and develops mitigation plans. The role is fully onsite in Oxnard, California, requires proficiency in Costpoint, and may require eligibility for a U.S. Government Top Secret clearance.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Supply Chain Planning Specialist – Level 2 or Level 3 located in Oxnard, CA, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

   

Northrop Grumman Space Sector is seeking a Supply Chain Planning Specialist or Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist to join our team in Oxnard, CA.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

In this job, you will:

  • Track deliveries and oversight from receipt through program close out
  • Coordinate outside vendor processing/test
  • Oversee RTV of material
  • Analyzes demand and determines path forward for fulfilment
  • Inventory analysis (shelf life, revalidation, under revision)
  • IPT Status reporting
  • Report “Buy” part deliverables to need dates & develop mitigation plans with stakeholders where appropriate
  • Engagement of appropriate internal and external stakeholders for supplier delivery and quality resolution
  • Coordination of scheduling with appropriate stakeholders
  • Publication of EBOM as required by site
  • Material Master creation and data validation as required by site
  • Configuration Control / Change Control Worksheet (CCW) resolution
  • Define and manage attrition
  • Manage “buy” part performance to organizational metric thresholds and escalate for resolution, as appropriate (Service Level Agreement)
  • Demand load, procurement release, Auto PO release for line flow and plant stock
  • Enter independent critical demand
  • Load target prices in requisitions applicable
  • Note and dock date management on PRs and POs for respective suppliers as required by site
  • Other duties as assigned

This position is contingent upon capturing program award(s) as well as obtaining and maintaining associated business and/or customer funding prior to start date.

If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!

This position can be filled at either a Level 2 or Level 3.

Basic Qualifications for Level 2:

  • Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of professional experience in supply chain, subcontracts, contracts, procurement or other relevant experience. – OR – Master’s degree with 0 years of professional experience.  Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top-Secret security clearance
  • Proficient in Costpoint

Basic Qualifications for Level 3:

  • Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience in supply chain, subcontracts, contracts, procurement or other relevant experience.  – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience in supply chain, subcontracts, contracts, procurement or other relevant experience. – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience in supply chain, subcontracts, contracts, procurement or other relevant experience.  Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
  • Proficient in Costpoint

 Preferred Qualifications:  

  • Proficient in PLM systems (Cognos/Teams Center)
  • Proficient in SAP
  • Previous experience in inventory, manufacturing, procurement, contracts and subcontracts

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00

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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree and 2 years of professional experience in supply chain, subcontracts, contracts, procurement, or relevant experience for Level 2
  • Master's degree with no professional experience for Level 2
  • Bachelor's degree and 5 years of professional experience in supply chain, subcontracts, contracts, procurement, or relevant experience for Level 3
  • Master's degree and 3 years of professional experience for Level 3
  • PhD and 1 year of professional experience for Level 3
  • Additional 4 or more years of experience may substitute for the degree
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance
  • Proficiency in Costpoint
  • Proficiency in PLM systems such as Cognos or Teamcenter
  • Proficiency in SAP
  • Experience in inventory, manufacturing, procurement, contracts, or subcontracts

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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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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