Staff Supply Chain Planning Specialist, Level 4/5

Northrop Grumman

. Define and develop material strategy .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timePalmdale • California • United StatesLead💰 $117,500 - $219,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in material strategy development, supply chain management, and procurement processes, with a strong focus on inventory management and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in utilizing MRP tools and ERP systems, particularly SAP, to optimize material forecasting and delivery schedules.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Material Requirements Planning (MRP)Supply Chain ManagementERP System ExperienceAerospace ManufacturingExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Material Strategy DevelopmentInventory ManagementCost Savings StrategiesProduction Planning ProcessBill-of-Materials (BOM) ManagementForecasting and SchedulingSupplier Quality AssuranceProcess ImprovementData AnalysisMulti-tasking

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsSelf-motivatedTeam CollaborationOral CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointSAPMES Programs

Certifications & Qualifications

Active U.S Government Secret ClearanceProgram Special Access Eligibility

Industry Keywords

Aerospace ManufacturingProcurementLogisticsTotal Quality ManagementSupply Chain Resources

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and develop material strategy
Assess supply chain resources and aggregate and prioritize demand requirements
Develop, coordinate, and execute material forecasting and delivery schedules
Participate in make/buy processes, long-term capacity and resource planning, product phase-in/phase-out, manufacturing ramp-up, end-of-life management, and product-line management
Lead affordability, cost savings, and/or process improvement strategies
Analyze purchase material supply/demand position using Material Requirements Planning (MRP) tools
Monitor inventory levels based on dependent and independent Bill-of-Materials (BOM) requirements
Create or reduce supply requirements based on inventory adjustments
Plan scheduling for new product line phase-ins and existing product line phase-outs
Interface with Source process area regarding inventory levels, working capital, and other areas as needed
Review requirements for non-standard parts
Analyze lead times and identify critical path procurements
Support manufacturing production lines with planned and unplanned requirements in an expedited manner
Collaborate cross-functionally with supplier quality, engineering, quality, production, and other support functions
Prioritize and communicate impacts of current and potential material shortages

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience, a Master Degree and 6 years of experience, or a PhD with 4 years experience for Level 4; experience must be in supply chain, procurement, logistics or another relevant field
Bachelor’s degree and 12+ years of experience, a Master Degree and 10+ years of experience, or a PhD with 8+ years experience for Level 5; experience must be in supply chain, procurement, logistics or another relevant field
Proficient with Microsoft Suite, with emphasis on Excel and Power Point
Active U.S Government Secret Clearance
Ability to obtain and maintain a Program Special Access within a reasonable period of time after starting
Experience with ERP system, specifically SAP desired
Experience in Aerospace Manufacturing
MES Program Experience
Experience working knowledge in production planning process
Working knowledge with Total Quality Management and/or Procurement and/or Supplier Quality Assurance
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Developed organizational skills and ability to handle multi-tasking
Self-motivated and able to work as a teammate and independently
U.S. Citizenship required for positions with a government clearance
Ability to travel 10% of the time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Health insurance coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Potential overtime eligibility
Potential shift differential
Potential discretionary bonus
Potential Long Term Incentives for Vice President or Director positions