Supply Chain Planning Specialist Level 3 or Level 4

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 inclusive team. As a Supply Chain Planning Specialist – Level 3 or Level 4, located in Goleta, CA, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position requires you to be onsite full-time. This position can be filled at either a Level 3 or Level 4. The Principal Supply Chain Planning Analyst is responsible for representing Supply Chain to Program Management, Operations, Quality and NGC Management for the Deployables facilities within the Mission Enabling Products Business Unit in the Payload and Ground Division within the Space Systems sector. Candidate will serve as liaison between supply chain and the site program management, planning, quality, engineering and operations. Review status of projects, manages schedules, and prepares status reports. Assess supply chain related Program issues and in conjunction with purchasing, develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. Will be fully engaged with the GSC team and other cross-functional teams to develop and implement integrated system tools and processes within the BU. In this job, you will: Works under general supervision to represent supply chain onsite as the program value stream focal point for coordinating and communicating procurement and subcontractor supplier status. Represent supply chain in internal daily and escalation meetings IPT reviews on programs and site status, as pertaining to supply chain, including execution issues and any other items that may impact ability to deliver. Collaborates with internal functions, including Program, Operations, Quality and Engineering to ensure requirements are met in accordance with internal customer needs and to NG policies and procedures. Collaborate with buyers, supplier performance and supplier quality to understand systemic or major issues at suppliers that require coordination with site functions Understanding of program deliverables, due dates and basic technical knowledge of the assigned programs Utilizing standard processes and templates, assess and provide input on impact, risks and opportunities of Proposals. Participates in pre-award and post award kick-off’s and contract close outs Challenge business impediments to excellence and continuous improvement and generate application of six sigma and lean principles and tools Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience in supply chain, business/project management or logistics – OR – Master’s degree with 3+ years of professional experience for a level 3; in lieu of degree, 9 + years of experience may be considered Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of relevant experience in supply chain, business/project management or logistics – OR – Master’s degree with 6+ years of professional experience for a level 4; in lieu of degree, 12+ years of experience may be considered Team player with strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills; ability to present concepts and recommendations to all levels within the organization Solid understanding of supply chain processes and best practices Demonstrated ability to think analytically and solve problems Detail oriented, but able to understand the big picture Demonstrated ability to develop strong, effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholder with success in leading and influencing peers and other support functions High level of proficiency in MS Office suite and ERP systems/tools Preferred Qualifications: MBA and/or Supply Chain-related professional designation and experience in defense or aerospace systems Experience in high program volume / low production rate environment Working knowledge of solar array commodity Demonstrated capability and success in identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities Working knowledge of NGC Global Supply Chain, Business Development, and/ or Manufacturing/Operations.