Defines and develops material strategy. Responsible for the assessment of supply resources; aggregates and prioritizes demand requirements; plans inventory, distribution requirements, production, material and rough-cut capacity for all products. Participates in make/buy process, long-term capacity and resource planning; product phase-in/phase-out, manufacturing ramp-up, end-of-life management and product-line management. Analyzes and aggregates supply / demand requirements. Analyzes purchase material supply/demand position using Material Requirements Planning (MRP) tools. Plans inventory levels based on dependent and independent Bill-of-Materials (BOM) requirements. Assesses rough-cut capacity for current and short-term manufacturing requirements. Creates/reduces supply requirements based on inventory adjustments. Participates in long-term capacity and resource planning to ensure proper scheduling of new product line phase-ins as well as existing product line phase-outs. Interfaces with Source process area regarding inventory levels, working capital and other areas as needed. Creates/releases requisitions. Receives/reviews requirements for non-standard parts. Analyzes lead times and identifies critical path procurements.
The Category Management Planning Specialist will be supporting multiple programs with Foundries and Microelectronics Critical Suppliers across the Mission Systems Sector by aligning program needs and Sector Strategies.
Negotiates, manages, and foster strong relationships with suppliersDefines and develops material strategy to align it to Sector and Program StrategyImplements metrics to ensure that savings goals are realized and performance requirements are achievedWorks with cross-functional teams to analyze supply base risks & opportunities, support program needsResponsible for the assessment of supply resourcesAggregates and prioritizes demand requirementsAnalyzes and aggregates supply / demand requirements.Analyzes purchase material supply/demand position using Material Requirements Planning (MRP) tools.Plans inventory levels based on dependent and independent Bill-of-Materials (BOM) requirements.Assesses rough-cut capacity for current and short-term manufacturing requirements.Creates/reduces supply requirements based on inventory adjustments.Participates in long-term capacity and resource planning to ensure proper scheduling of new product line phase-ins as well as existing product line phase-outs.Interfaces with Source process area regarding inventory levels, working capital and other areas as needed.Receives/reviews requirements for non-standard parts.Analyzes lead times and identifies critical path procurements.This position can be hired at a level 3 and be worked 100% remote or out of Baltimore, MD facility. Travel will be required 25% of the time.
Basic Qualifications for Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist 3:
Bachelor’s and 5+ years of experience in supply chain or business management or Master’s and 3+ years of experience in supply chain or business managementExperience on Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Management, Operations, and/or related experienceExperience in SAP (or related)Experience working with a cross-functional teamWork both independently and in a team environment; experience leading cross-functional teamsExperience managing programs, subcontracts, materials, financials, and/or servicesExperience negotiating with suppliersExperience in presenting and addressing matters/solutions with Senior Leadership and customersAbility to travel 20% of the timeProficiency in MS Office suiteAbility to obtain a DoD Secret clearanceU.S. CitizenshipPreferred Qualifications for Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist 3:
ASCM/APICS Supply Chain CertificationSix Sigma or Lean certificationsPMP trained or certifiedManufacturing experiencePossesses current DOD Secret ClearanceWhat We Can Offer You
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!