Northrop Grumman Australia · 18 hours ago
Supply Chain Planning Specialist
United States-Utah-Magna
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$66K/yr - $98K/yr
2+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leader in technological advancements and is seeking a Supply Chain Planning Specialist to support missions critical to national and global security. In this role, you will develop material strategies, manage inventory levels, and provide leadership for effective supply chain execution.
Defense & Space
Responsibilities
Define and develop material strategies to meet operational goals
Assess supply resources, prioritize demand requirements, and plan inventory, distribution, material, and rough-cut capacity for raw materials
Serve as the primary focal point for a cross-functional team, providing leadership, guidance, and coordination to ensure effective supply chain execution
Engage in long-term capacity and resource planning, including product phase-in/phase-out, manufacturing ramp-up, end-of-life management, and product-line transitions
Analyze and synthesize complex supply/demand requirements to inform strategic decision-making
Plan and manage inventory levels based on Bill-of-Materials (BOM) requirements, creating or reducing supply requirements as needed
Develop and execute critical procurement strategies by conducting in-depth lead time analyses and identifying critical paths
Apply advanced analytical techniques to evaluate and refine supply chain workflows, addressing inefficiencies and mitigating risks
Create and release requisitions, review non-standard part requirements, and support new product scheduling while phasing out obsolete lines
Qualification
Required
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 lead and 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
Preferred
Material management experience, especially in defense and aerospace
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
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Company
Northrop Grumman Australia
Northrop Grumman Australia is the Australia-based arm of Northrop Grumman Corporation and committed to generating long-term prosperity, investing in advanced Research & Development, sovereign and exportable Intellectual Property, high-quality jobs and long-term technology leadership across the Commonwealth.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase