ERIC BRYANT
Falls Church,VA
Summary
Results-driven Principal Material Requirements Planning Control Analyst with extensive experience in material management and production planning in aerospace and defense. Expertise in integrating material requirements into program schedules and analyzing competitive landscapes. Proven track record of exceeding performance metrics as a Production Planner at Northrop Grumman. Seeking to leverage skills in a Material Handling Manager role to enhance mission-critical initiatives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal Material Requirements Planning Control Analyst
Northrop Grumman Space Systems
Sterling, VA
01.2023 - Current
- Performed Earned Value Metric (EVM) tasks including Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development, budget baseline, cost risk analysis/assessment and visibility reports, development and analysis of estimates to complete
- Coordinated material requirements across 5 subsystem CAMs, supporting multiple program integrations.
- Developed Bills of Material, improving material planning and purchase approval efficiency for 10 Satellite government programs.
- Became subject-matter expert, enhancing Material and Subcontract Management for EVMS, impacting 3 sectors.
- Enhanced Earned Value Management, by maintaining material cost forecasts, influencing $20M budget.
- Formulated baseline plans for material work, categorizing 20+ material types for Earned Value measurement.
- Integrated material requirements into Master Schedules for 3 programs, optimizing project timelines.
- Reported on material status, providing key insights into variances and metrics for 2 projects
Work Center Production Planner (levels 1 &2)
Northrop Grumman Space Systems
Sterling, VA
03.2021 - 01.2023
- Coordinated production schedules and material requirements to meet 20 critical project timelines.
- Enhanced program integration by ensuring timely material availability for 10 major programs.
- Delivered material management and analysis support, optimizing resources for five complex programs.
- Leveraged forecasting and planning to align with Integrated Master Schedules for 15 project goals.
- Integrated material requirements into eight program Master Schedules, facilitating seamless project progression.
- Generated analysis on material status for 12 programs, identifying variances for strategic adjustments.
- Managed kitting of parts and tools for 30 projects, communicating constraints effectively.
- Facilitated cross-role coordination to improve project workflow for 15 operational teams.
Production Planner Scheduler
Huntington Ingalls-Newport News Shipbuilding
12.2019 - 03.2021
- Ensured Project and Program Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and plans are horizontally and vertically integrated across company functional groups including finance, engineering, procurement, sub-contracting, material and quality
- Utilized Gantt, PERT, milestone charts, earned value management and related project management techniques to gauge progress and identity performance variances to facilitate focus and intervention on critical areas.
- Engaged with the Program Team to perform through project analysis and identify/implement alternate solutions to enhance cost and schedule performance.
- Expedited part movement for 500+ orders, reducing wait times and optimizing inventory levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Leadership
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA01.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Thomas Nelson Community College
Hampton, VA01.2016
Skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Forecasting and demand planning
- Process improvement
- Inventory management
- Attention to detail
- Warehouse operations
- Procurement and distribution
- ERP systems
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Leadership and organizational skills
- Earned value management
- Material requirements planning
- Project scheduling
- Teamwork
Websites
Certification
- Earned value/cam certified, Northrop Grumman, 01/2023
- TS/SCI, Northrop Grumman, Present
- Forklift certified, Northrop Grumman, 01/2022
- Lean six sigma training, Huntington Ingalls Newport News Shipbuilding
- Certified In Logistics Transportation and Distribution (CLTD), Northrop Grumman, 10/2024
Accomplishments
- Exceeded Expectations, Exceeded performance expectations as a Production Planner in year one of working at Northrop Grumman.
- Material Analysis Efficiency, Oversaw materials for $100M projects, improving program efficiency.
- Enhanced Production Planning, Facilitated material availability, supporting 10 major projects.
- Inventory Accuracy Achievement, Achieved 99% inventory accuracy at UPS through digital tracking.
- Delivery Efficiency Boost, Improved parcel delivery efficiency by 30%, ensuring timely deliveries.
Strengths
- Analytical Skills, Capable of analyzing complex material data to drive informed decisions and optimize processes.
- Detail-Oriented, Meticulous in managing material resources and ensuring accurate inventory control for efficient operations.
- Team Collaboration, Skilled at working with cross-functional teams to coordinate material requirements and ensure project success.
- Strategic Planning, Experienced in developing and executing strategic plans to integrate material needs into project schedules effectively.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Principal Material Requirements Planning Control Analyst
Northrop Grumman Space Systems
01.2023 - Current
Work Center Production Planner (levels 1 &2)
Northrop Grumman Space Systems
03.2021 - 01.2023
Production Planner Scheduler
Huntington Ingalls-Newport News Shipbuilding
12.2019 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Leadership
Old Dominion University
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Thomas Nelson Community College
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