Principal / Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

Posted:
9/24/2024, 8:52:51 AM

Location(s):
Washington, United States

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Operations & Logistics

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

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.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist based out of Baltimore, MD. This position is going to support multiple programs located out of our Baltimore, Maryland site. Full-Time telework may considered for this role. This position may be staffed in any CONUS state location.

You will be responsible for the full range of the procurement process including preparation and execution of a mixed portfolio of procurements while ensuring compliance to company policies and procedures. You will understand the buyer and the seller roles in establishing mutually successful business arrangements. You must be able to make sound decisions in a timely manner, display strong interpersonal skills, and have an agile perspective of compliance protocol mandated by regulated industry.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Sourcing and procuring goods and services of a commodity nature from many suppliers.

Initiating requests for Quotations and Proposals and receives same, analyzing proposed pricing from potential suppliers.

Working 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.

Issuing purchase orders.

Manage performance of purchase orders, ensures compliance with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures.

Employ sound business practices and assesses supplier performance as part of follow-up activities.

Ensuring that appropriate documentation is provided to logistics/transportation & warehouse organization so that proper receipt is recorded.

Review and approves supplier payment as needed. This position can be filled at a level 2 or a level 3.

Level 2 Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and 2+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management or related fields; 0 years’ with a Master’s Degree

  • Proficiency in MS Office suite

  • US Citizenship

  • Demonstrated strong negotiation Skills

Level 2 Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in SAP (MES)

  • Working knowledge of FAR/DFAR Regulations

  • Experience working with DOD customers

  • Demonstrated leadership in past projects, roles or experiences

Level 3 Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management or related fields; 3 years with a Master’s Degree

  • Proficiency in MS Office suite

  • US Citizenship

  • Demonstrated strong negotiation Skills

Level 3 Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in SAP (MES)

  • Working knowledge of FAR/DFAR Regulations

  • Experience working with DOD customers

  • Demonstrated leadership in past projects, roles or experiences

Salary Range: $65,600.00 - $98,400.00Salary Range 2: $80,600.00 - $121,000.00

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.