Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist - 17493

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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.

Responsibilities:

• Source and procure build to print mechanical and electronic commodities.

• Execute the procurement process, including but not limited to sourcing, price analysis, and negotiations, following policies and procedures including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).

• Initiate Requests for Quotations and Proposals and analyze proposed pricing from potential suppliers.

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

• Work with internal customers to ensure specifications are appropriate for the services or products required.

• Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve efficiency and manage risk through targeted negotiations.

• Manage performance of purchase orders, ensure compliance with all public law requirements as well as company policies and procedures including import/export regulations.

• Interface and collaborate with programs and other organizations within and outside of Global Supply Chain.

• Plan, schedule, and arrange activities to accomplish objectives, demonstrating strong written and verbal communication skills and organization.

Basic qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with minimum of 5 years or a Master's degree with minimum of 3 years of professional experience in supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, manufacturing or a closely related field; or 4 years of additional experience in lieu of a degree.

• Experience with SAP or similar ERP system.

• Experience in MS Office suite.

• Experience in leadership, critical thinking, and innovative behaviors in supply chain projects or roles.

• Ability to obtain a US Government issued Secret clearance.

• US Citizenship is required.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in procurement of the build to print commodity, including working with technical design packages.

• Experience analyzing data to formulate and execute effective negotiation strategies.

• Experience negotiating terms and conditions in a corporate setting.

• Experience with government purchasing and contracting preferably in the Defense Industry.

• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)/Defense Federal Acquisitions Regulation Supplement (DFARS).

• Demonstrated high attention to detail.

• Experience managing suppliers through the following: cost/schedule/quality.

• Ability to prioritize assignments in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, especially in a global supply chain working environment.

• Active Secret clearance.

Primary Level Salary Range: $73,900.00 - $110,900.00

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.