Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist
Northrop Grumman
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Baltimore, MD · Posted October 14, 2026
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About the job
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: 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 is seeking a qualified and motivated professional for the role of Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist supporting the Advanced Land Sensors Operating Unit – GATOR Production Team , with experiences in supply chain management and/or related fields (including business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, and manufacturing). This position is located in Baltimore, Maryland.
The Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist responsibilities will encompass:
Management of on time req release, PO placements, and PO delivery dates to maintain program schedule
Management of material budgets for contract requirements. Supporting baseline/EVMS requirements
Accurate reporting and forecasting of material cost/performance of assigned program(s)
Execution of duties as CAM to support program PLATO/CEAC/EAC activities
Identification and management of program risks and opportunities as they pertain to material requirements
Analysis of material lead times and identification critical path procurements
Monitoring and addressing supplier capacity and/or production issues
Supporting program proposal activities (BOE’s creation, CBOM review, etc)
Supporting the development of supply chain strategies – including supplier development and supplier risk management, which may include development of secondary sources
Coordination of program activities between various supply chain management functions including buyers, planners, subcontract administrators, scheduling, customers and suppliers, etc
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Basic Qualifications Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist:
Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years of supply chain, finance, and/or business management experience or master’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of supply chain, finance, and/or business management experience.
Experience in a manufacturing environment
Program execution experience
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance
US Citizenship
Preferred Qualifications:
Shop order launch experience
Development/IRAD/CRAD program execution experience
Software procurement experience
Experience with ZRPIs, BOEs, and QUEST runs
Non-MRP procurement experience
Active Secret Security Clearance
Experience with proposals
Material CAM experience.
Primary Level Salary Range: $89,900.00 - $134,900.00
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.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.