Posted July 01, 2026
Sr Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist - R10237663
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
Description
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 Mission System (NGMS) AMS Division is seeking a qualified and motivated professional for the role of Senior Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist supporting Cabin Fever within the Advanced Radar Systems OU in Baltimore, MD.
Roles and Responsibilities (Including but not limited to):
- Managing, reporting, and forecasting material cost/performance of assigned program(s)
- Managing the material budget for contract requirements while supporting baseline/EVMS requirements
- Acting as the CAM with program PLATO/EV/CEAC/EAC activities
- Analyzing lead times and identifying critical path procurements
- Managing on time req release, PO placements, and PO delivery dates to maintain program schedule
- Interfacing/collaborating with other functions of the program team including but not limited to contracts, finance, engineering, operations, quality, scheduling, etc.
- Developing and understanding the execution strategy and structures
- Representing Northrop Grumman and presenting in program management reviews (PMRs) and leadership briefings (internal/external)
- Maintaining a strong business acumen and ability to operate in a fast-paced production environment
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Basic Qualifications for Senior Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist:
- Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 8 years of professional experience in supply chain management, project management, and/or business management OR Master’s degree with a minimum of 6 years of professional experience in supply chain management, project management, and/or business management
- Cost Accounting Management (CAM) experience
- Previous experience in Supply Chain, Business or Operations, or Financial Planning
- Experience in SAP (or any other ERP system)
- U.S. Citizenship
Preferred Qualifications Senior Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist:
- Material management experience
- Experience in Federal and Defense contracting requirements including ITAR, DOS licenses, FAR and DFARS.
- Experience with cost, schedule, variance reporting
- Experience coaching teams and leading change initiatives with demonstrated results
- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain security clearance.
