Sr Principal Logistics Management Analyst - Ogden, United States - Northrop Grumman

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    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.
    Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond.

    Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe.

    With us, you'll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start.

    Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today. Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Sr.

    Principal Logistics Management Analyst to join the SDS Logistics team, at our Kitting and Distribution Center (KDC) located in Ogden, Utah.

    This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

    Candidates will be a good fit if they bring experience related to any of the following duties:

    • Extensive experience and understanding of SAP Transactions correlating to Goods Movements (receipts & issues), Physical Inventory, Cycle Count, Logistics, Transportation, Dock Scheduling, Batch & Serial Number Management, Warehouse Structure, STOs, Put-away & Picking Processes and related Materials Management processes, Exception handling, wave management, batch, serial number handling and purchase orders.
    • Analytical ability to synthesize data and report/align on metrics
    • Must have a solution-driven work approach with a strong sense of ownership
    • Excellent analytical, writing, and presentation skills; strong critical self-review skills, solid business analysis with the ability to effectively facilitate group discussion and build consensus
    • Strong desire to solve complex business problems through understanding of business processes, ERP structure, and SAP capabilities
    • Ability to work independently, adapting as necessary in a change-oriented culture, elevating conflicting priorities for clarification as they arise
    • Highly organized and detail oriented; strong critical self-review skills
    • Effectively communicate difficult and complex concepts clearly and concisely both orally and in writingWhat You'll Get to Do:
    • Serve as the SAP liaison to the SDS Logistics Department and be responsible for leading and/or executing the analysis, design, configuration, testing, implementation, and operational support of the business functions
    • Able to fully understand the business's concepts, practices, and procedures
    • Work with identified subject matter experts (SME's) to develop solid understanding of SAP processes and provide continuous training
    • Work with leadership and peers to architect cross-functional, integrated solutions across SDS Logistics to support business needs
    • Assist with writing functional specifications and provide functional inputs to logistics team
    • Analyze existing business processes, workflows, and systems to identify areas for improvement, efficiency gains, and provide recommendations for process enhancements and optimizations
    • Work with Logistics Management Analyst to identify trends, patterns, and insights that can drive business decision-making and improve operational efficiency
    • Build relationships with key members of our user community and become a trusted resource with those users
    • Translate business requirements into clear and concise functional specifications
    • Proactively identify areas for improvement within business processes and systems and suggest appropriate solutions to enhance productivity and efficiency
    • Support large initiatives such as implementation of new technologies and application of enhancement and support packs
    • Conduct meetings, workshops, and data analysis to identify and understand user needs
    • Support change management initiatives by providing assistance in the following areas: development of training materials, conducting user training, and providing ongoing support to end-users during the implementation phase of S/4 HANA
    • Maintain comprehensive documentation of business requirements, process flows, functional specifications, and other project-related artifacts
    • Ensure department process and work instructions are aligned with company policies and standards and appropriate audit controls are in place
    • Perform regular (weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual) reviews of IT controls to ensure audit compliance
    • Understand how the solutions impact business processes and organizational change management across the department
    • Facilitate business process reviews to gather expected business outcomes and functional requirements, document end-to-end processes and business requirements
    • Translate business requirements into functional specifications and create the configuration rationale to design and configure SAP reports that feed metrics
    • Design, test and deploy the technical components required for successful SAP solutions, especially RICEFs (Reports, Interfaces, Conversions, Extensions, Forms) design and testing;
    • Work with department managers and peers to unit test and deliver SAP Applications by defining and documenting reusable test scenarios, building unit test cases and creating data for unit testing as needed
    • Participate in prioritization of work requests to deliver on business initiatives; create reports for metrics, minor and major enhancements
    • Escalates complex issues for additional analysis and resolution as appropriate
    • Ensuring leadership involvement and ownership Position Benefits
    • As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
    • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage 401k
    • Educational Assistance
    • Life Insurance
    • Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
    • Paid Time Off
    • Health & Wellness Resources
    • Employee Discounts This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off

    Basic Qualifications:

    • Bachelor's degree plus 10+ years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus 8+ years of relevant experience; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors degree
    • Experience in a Logistics, Supply Chain, and/or Material Distribution/Warehouse setting
    • Solid background in SAP Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Production Orders, and/or Inventory functionality
    • Proficient in Microsoft Excel
    • U.S.
    citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance Preferred Qualifications:

    • Experience with S4 and/or professional certification
    • Self-motivated and takes initiative
    • Team player who is able to work across multiple functions
    • Experience with database analysis
    • Fluency in MS Office Tools
    • Active Secret Security Clearance #

    Sentinellog Salary Range:
    $86,300 - $129,500 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. Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.

    We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit . U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.