Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

Principal (Level 3) Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

Northrop Grumman's Defense Systems sector is currently seeking a Principal (Level 3) Supply Chain Procurement Specialist to support our growing Weapons Systems Division. This position will be a 100% telecommuting role, which may require limited travel to our local United States locations.

Responsibilities of this role:

• Sources and procures specialized goods and services using Defense Systems Principles and Operating Practices (DS PrOP)
• Coordinates and collaborates with key stakeholders such as contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, and program
• Owns contractual management for the supplier and the procurement
• 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
• Develops and/or reviews specifications, statement of work, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and/or services
• Prepares bid packages, conducts bidders' conferences, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates provisions, selects or recommends suppliers, writes awards, and administers resulting contracts, including suppler payment as needed
• In conjunction with quality organization, evaluates and monitors supplier quality and reliability, as well as supplier ability to support required delivery schedules
• 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
• Manages and develops strategic/key suppliers for current and future business needs
• Identifies strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations, and department continuous improvement efforts

Job Characteristics:

• Independently demonstrates the skill and ability to perform fairly complex professional tasks
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize work and make sound decisions in a timely manner, meeting task deadlines through acting with speed
• Represents organization as a prime contact on contracts or projects; thus, exceptional written and verbal communication and organizational skills
• Strong negotiator to achieve best value for the stakeholder(s)
• Ability to manage stakeholder relationships and requests, while maintaining solid NG compliance practices

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (in business or related field) & 5 years of related experience, OR a Master's degree (in business or related field) & 3 years of related experience
• Must have US Government Procurement Experience (FAR/DFAR)
• Experience interfacing/ collaborating with programs and other organizations within and outside of Global Supply Chain
• Experience with ERP systems- Costpoint or SAP
• Proficiency in MS Office suite, strong emphasis on Microsoft Teams, Word, PowerPoint & Excel
• Eligible to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in Costpoint ERP system
• Maintenance, Repairs & Operations category and supplier knowledge
• Experience with Long Term Pricing Agreements and Blanket Purchase Orders

Primary Level Salary Range: $77,800.00 - $116,800.00The 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.