Sr Principal Traffic Administrator

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: No

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.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Sr. Principal Traffic Administrator based out of Baltimore, MD.

What You’ll Get to Do:

• Plan, schedule, and route inbound and outbound domestic and international shipments of freight, using knowledge of postal regulations, tariffs, and company policy

• Schedule with carriers, reconcile freight bills, prepare and negotiate claims, and select or recommend carriers to ensure efficient, timely, and least expensive movement of goods and material

• Conducts research on transportation methods, rates, and routes

• Develop programs to audit and monitor carrier rates and charges and evaluate past performance and cost of transportation

• Contribute to the development of new concepts, techniques, and standards. Considered expert in field within the organization

• Demonstrate the skill and ability to perform complex tasks

• Able to communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings

• Develop solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation

• Ensure solutions are consistent with organization objectives

• Perform complex assignments independently without appreciable direction

• Exercise considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment

• Serve as a consultant to management and special external spokesperson for the organization on major matters pertaining to its policies, plans, and objectives

• Act as an advisor to senior management and customers, including quality and DCMA

• Provide training and guidance to shipping office and shipping floor personnel

• Access management of secured storage

• Lead POC for shipping area audits and corrective actions

• Report and present area metrics, providing analysis of trends and recommendations for improvement

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience in U.S. Government, commercial, and/or international shipping coordination; Master’s degree with 6 years of experience in U.S. Government, commercial, and/or international shipping coordination

• Experience with & access to USG WAWF and SIRs

• Experience using SAP or similar Manufacturing Execution System

• Experience with MS SharePoint platform planner, workflow management, and MS Office Suite  

• Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain Special Access Program clearance (s)

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: $102,000.00 - $153,000.00

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.