Posted:
9/20/2024, 5:44:36 AM
Location(s):
Plymouth, Minnesota, United States ⋅ Minnesota, United States
Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Operations & Logistics
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist for its Business Unit, Armament Systems located in Plymouth, MN.
Armament Systems specializes in the development and production of Ammunition, Guns and Precision Guidance Ordinance.
Position Summary: Sources and procures specialized goods and services of a commodity nature from multiple 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:
This position emphasis skills and experience. Must have 9 years of experience. Will also consider a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum work experience of 5 years or a Master’s degree and 3 years of experience.
Understanding of procurement policies, procedures, and regulations
Possess ability to collaborate with program management and other multi-functional teams
Have general knowledge of FAR/DFAR and associated Federal Contracting regulations
Possess strong organizational skills
Demonstrate ability to multi-task and make decisions in a timely manner
Ability to work with minimal supervision, work successfully in a fast- paced environment and apply sound judgment to problem solving
Strong verbal and written communication skills-Demonstrated leadership, critical thinking and innovative behaviors in past projects, roles or experiences
The successful candidate must have experience working with multiple contracting formats, including Firm Fixed Price and Cost Reimbursable, possess knowledge relating to special payment provisions (progress or performance-based payments). Applicant must understand the proposal process, pricing instructions, terms and conditions and determine the adequacy of supplier proposals received
US Citizenship required
Preferred Qualifications:
Government contract knowledge and/or experience
Microsoft Office proficiency
Experience using CostPoint, Cognos and SharePoint
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
Website: https://northropgrumman.com/
Headquarter Location: Falls Church, Virginia, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1994
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Grant
Industries: Data Integration ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Remote Sensing ⋅ Security ⋅ Software