Sr Principal Supply Chain Planning Analyst

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: April 4, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and Cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies. Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman's Mission System Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our inclusive team. As Senior Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist – Level 4, you'll be crucial to missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is located in Salt Lake City, UT. What You Will Get To Do: Job Duties: Define and execute the material strategy, aligning supply resources with corporate objectives and productline priorities. Lead demandsupply planning with MRP tools; aggregate forecasts, assess purchasematerial positions, and produce roughcut capacity and production schedules. Optimize inventory across dependent and independent BOMs, adjusting supply requirements to balance service levels, working capital, and stockout risk. Conduct makevsbuy analysis and manage product phasein, phaseout, manufacturing rampup, and endoflife transitions. Partner with sourcing, operations, and finance to synchronize inventory targets, resolve nonstandard part requirements, and mitigate criticalpath procurements. Support longterm capacity and resource planning to accommodate new product introductions while maintaining efficient utilization of existing assets. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: A bachelor's degree and 8 years or a master's degree and 6 years of supply chain, contracts, subcontracts, procurement, logistics or other relevant experience. Or in lieu of a degree, 12 years of supply chain, contracts, subcontracts, procurement, logistics or other relevant experience Experience with SAP or similar ERP system Advanced skills in MS Office including Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint The ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret Clearance Preferred Qualifications: Supply chain experience for an aerospace and/or defense company. Active DoD Secret clearance Experience in material cost management Experience with EVM What We Can Offer You: Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off, and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more! Primary Level Salary Range: $101,400.00 - $152,200.00 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.

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