Supply Chain Planning Specialist Level 1 / 2

Requisition ID: R10182833
Category: Global Supply Chain
* Location: Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States of America
* Clearance Type: None
* Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
* Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
* Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
* Positions Available: 1
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. Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you'll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future. trouble

Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Supply Chain Planning Specialist (Level 1 or 2) to support on-site at our Palm Beach Gardens, Florida location. There is no fulltime remote work for this position.
The role of the Supply Chain Manufacturing Specialist encompasses the effective scheduling, oversight of production processes, and the actual manufacturing of products, thereby enhancing value through various operations such as moving, separating, forming, machining, and chemical treatments. This position is crucial in guaranteeing that deliverable products are produced to meet customer demands. Additionally, the specialist is tasked with overseeing the creation of custom-engineered products, which are specifically designed, developed, and manufactured in alignment with unique customer requests or contractual obligations. Furthermore, they are responsible for managing and developing production protocols, monitoring production performance, and ensuring the proper handling of information, materials, equipment, and facilities, all while adhering to regulatory standards.
The Northrop Grumman PS&C business unit is based in Elkton, Maryland and began solid-propellant rocket operations in 1948. Today, the Elkton PS&C facility designs, develops, and produces solid-propellant propulsion and ordnance systems in programs professionally managed for a wide variety of Government and commercial customers. The Palm Beach Gardens location is the Air-breathing propulsion center of excellence specializing in the design, analysis and system integration of ramjets, scramjets and other advanced air-breathing propulsion systems.
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida is located a very short distance from the Atlantic Ocean. You would be close to many top beaches, fishing, inland eco-tours, shopping, and restaurants. Palm Beach Gardens also has many top golf choices and is home to The Professional Golfers Association of America and PGA National Resort.
Primary Job responsibilities Include:

Identify raw material and component requirements for production from engineering and production specifications, schedules, and bills of material (BOMs)

* Generate and track purchase requisitions to support future build needs

* Actively status Purchase Orders (POs) across assigned programs to ensure adherence to schedule, quantity, and invoicing timing

* Track material quality and initiate actions to extend or eliminate expiring material

* Coordinate with material program management, purchasing, production, logistics, and engineering personnel to ensure appropriate quantities of materials are always on hand

* Support and assist activities within multiple disciplines across the Supply Chain process

* Able to resolve complex issues in a proactive, creative, and analytical manner

* Has strong organizational and interpersonal skills

* Can help identify risks and determine mitigation strategies and has a mindset of continual improvement

This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below.
Basic Qualifications AssociateSupply Chain Manufacturing Specialist (Level 1):

This position emphasized skills and experience. Candidates will be evaluated based on one of the following criteria: a high school diploma or GED accompanied by at least 4 years of experience in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 0 years of relevant experience; or a master's degree with at least 0 years of experience

* MS Office tools (Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)

* Must be able to obtain and maintain a US DoD Secret Security Clearance which requires US Citizenship as a pre-requisite

Basic QualificationsSupply Chain Manufacturing Specialist (Level 2):

This position emphasized skills and experience. Candidates will be evaluated based on one of the following criteria: a high school diploma or GED accompanied by at least 6 years of experience in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or a master's degree with at least 0 years of experience

* MS Office tools (Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)

* Must be able to obtain and maintain a US DoD Secret Security Clearance which requires US Citizenship as a pre-requisite

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated knowledge of scheduling, production control and manufacture of products

* Experience with raw material and component requirements for production from engineering and production specifications and schedules

* Experience with purchase requisitions

* DoD US Secret Clearance

This position falls under a Federal Explosives License issued by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) for this location. Candidates hired into this role will be required to complete and submit an Employee Possessor Questionnaire to ATF for approval to be a possessor.
Salary Range: $67,200 - $100,800
Salary Range 2: *$55,600 - $83,400
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.