Supply Chain Planning Specialist

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE:
None

TRAVEL:
No

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, Space Systems, is seeking a Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist to join our team. This position will be supporting the Propulsion Systems Division at our facility located in Promontory Utah or the Bacchus Utah facility.

We are excited for you to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals. Our domain provides rewarding work that contributes to the latest advancements being made in the missile defense industry.

• Define and develop material strategies to meet operational goals.
• Execute material plans using MRP to align supply with production schedules and customer demand.
• Monitor and manage MRP-generated messages to release, expedite, defer, or cancel supply orders as needed.
• Coordinate with production, procurement, and planning teams to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components.
• Act as the key point of contact for cross-functional teams to support efficient material flow and resolve daily supply issues.
• Support capacity planning by managing material readiness for product ramp-ups, phase-ins/outs, and end-of-life activities.
• Analyze MRP outputs to ensure inventory levels are optimized and aligned with Bill-of-Materials (BOM) requirements.
• Adjust supply plans in response to changes in demand, lead times, or production schedules to maintain continuity of operations.
• Troubleshoot supply chain issues by identifying root causes, escalating critical shortages, and implementing corrective actions.
• Review and process purchase requisitions, validate non-standard material needs, and coordinate with scheduling to support new product introductions and phase-outs.

• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of experience in supply chain, business management, program management, or related fields; or a Master’s degree with 0+ years of experience in the same areas.
• Experience may be considered in lieu of a degree requiring High School education and 6+ years of experience in supply chain, business management, program management, or related fields.
• Proven ability to motivate teams, fostering collaboration and accountability in achieving operational goals.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.

• Experience with "Return to Green" plans and managing complex program execution challenges.
• Expertise in MS Excel and familiarity with Deltek Costpoint Materials Module.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to engage cross-functional teams and drive alignment.
• Exceptional analytical problem-solving skills with a proven ability to break down complex challenges and develop effective solutions.
• Comprehensive understanding of procurement, manufacturing, and purchasing workflows.
• Knowledge of forecasting, planning, and plant scheduling to drive operational execution.
• Proven ability to work under limited supervision, prioritize tasks, and maintain attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and business acumen to navigate high-stakes decision-making environments.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental…