Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist ( Level 3)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS), is seeking a Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist to support.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of services, specialized materials, and/or equipment

• Prepare bid packages, conduct bidders conferences, analyzes and evaluates proposals, performs price/cost, negotiates subcontract provisions, select or recommends subcontractors, write awards, and administer resulting subcontracts

• Ensure that appropriate documentation is provided so that proper receipt is recorded

• Negotiate and coordinate additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts

• Participate with program functional areas to coordinate subcontract funding, invoice processing and program reviews.

• Coordinate and collaborate with key stakeholders such as contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, program and end-users

• In conjunction with quality organization, evaluate and monitor supplier quality and reliability, as well as supplier ability to support required delivery schedules

• Identify strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations

• Manage performance of subcontracts, ensures compliance with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations.

• Utilize process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency and continuous improvement

• Manage and develop strategic/key suppliers.

• Review and approve supplier payments

• Sources and procures goods and services of a commodity nature from many suppliers.

  Initiates Requests for Quotations and Proposals and receives same, analyzing proposed pricing from potential suppliers. In conjunction with quality organization, evaluates and monitors supplier quality and reliability, as well as supplier ability to support required delivery schedules.

• Works with internal customers to ensure specifications are appropriate for the services or products required. Identifies opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through targeted negotiations. Issues purchase orders.

• Manages performance of purchase orders, ensures compliance with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations.

• Employs sound business practices and assesses supplier performance as part of follow-up activities. Ensures that appropriate documentation is provided to logistics/transportation & warehouse organization so that proper receipt is recorded. Reviews and approves supplier payment as needed.

• Utilizes process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency and continuous improvement.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent (GED) with at least 9 years of relevant experience, will consider 5 years of relevant experience with bachelor’s degree or 1 year of relevant experience with Master’s

• Understanding of procurement policies, procedures, and regulations

• Solid understanding of procurement principles, policies, procedures, and regulations

• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment, able to multi-task, make decisions in a timely manner and display strong interpersonal skills

• Solid knowledge of FAR/DFARS and associated Federal Contracting regulations is requisite

• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with myriad levels of the organization including but not limited to developing and delivering to sector, division, business unit and Customer Leadership

• Ability to maintain high level of confidence in the areas of supply chain along with relative understanding of basic project

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Demonstrated leadership, critical thinking and innovative behaviors in past projects, roles or experiences

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior Government or Aerospace procurement/buying experience

• Knowledge of FAR/DFAR

• Knowledge of CPSR and government audits

• Experience with aircraft maintenance activities under US Govt. prime contracts to include spares procurement and movement. 

• Import/Export (ITAR) experience for movement of materials and technology

• SAP Experience 

Primary Level Salary Range: $85,600.00 - $128,400.00

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.