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CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: No
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.
At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we'll support you by expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you'll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) is seeking a Supply Chain Planning Specialist with the desire to learn new technologies to join our innovative Software Technologies Organization to help develop, enhance and maintain software on cutting edge products and systems. Candidates will support the Materials Analysis Section, along with internal and customer funded research programs, with procurement of materials utilizing the non-MRP system.
We are looking for you to join our team as a Supply Chain Planning Specialist based out of Linthicum, MD.
Summary of Role:
As a Supply Chain Planning Specialist within the Materials Analysis Organization, you will have a challenging and rewarding opportunity to be a part of our rapidly changing business environment. You will be supporting a diverse team of technical individuals in obtaining quotes, placing orders, and tracking the life cycle of material acquisition. You will have the opportunity to identify areas for increased efficiency, present proposed solutions, and work towards their implementation. This position will interact with engineers, program managers, suppliers, and the corporate business operations team, and more to ensure compliance with purchasing requirements.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Provide support to the Materials Analysis team along with the IRAD and CRAD program teams with procurement of material through the non-MRP system
Understanding the breadth of the supply chain scope (including materials management, procurement including non-MRP, iBuy, and PCard responsibilities)
Track all purchases and ensure timely receipt of requisitions and purchase orders.
Maintain financial records for long term planning purposes. Utilize previous purchasing records to track material budget and provide recommendations for future planning purposes. Identify unplanned purchases for incorporation to future plans.
Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations.
Abide by purchasing requirements for the various commodities and methods.
Communicate with Stakeholders on status of all requisitions and purchase orders.
Ability to work autonomously.
Candidates must be able to make sound decisions on time, display strong interpersonal skills, and have an agile perspective of compliance protocol mandated by the regulated industry.
Basic Qualifications for a Supply Chain Planning Specialist:
Bachelor's Degree with 2 years of experience or master's degree with 0 years of experience in a business related field; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
U.S Citizenship is required
Demonstrated leadership, critical thinking, and problem solving in previous roles
Ability to interact with challenging personalities and drive to a solution
Minimum of two years' experience in supply chain operations, with a foundational understanding of supply chain principles and practices.
2 years demonstrated experience with SAP
2 years of proficiency in MS Office Suite
Preferred Qualifications:
Customer service/customer engagement experience
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition regulations
Account management experience
Experience writing statements of work or requests for quotations
Experience in procurement, inventory management, or logistics is preferred.
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!
Northrop Grumman has approximately 90,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 27 countries. We strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs, and services in the world.
Our Values . The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values. They describe our company as we want it to be. We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates long-term benefits for shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve.
Our Responsibility . At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest of ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world.
Primary Level Salary Range: $72,400.00 - $108,600.00
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.
