Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No 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. Supply Chain Procurement Specialist (Band 2), you will further the success of our programs to help Northrop Grumman leave the boundaries of what's known and solve tomorrow's problems. This position will be working in our Linthicum, MD facility with hybrid capabilities. This position is dynamic and challenging, requiring ingenuity, collaboration, and an insatiable drive to make the impossible possible. We’ll support you with training and robust benefits as we work together to defend and define the future. The Procurement Specialist (Band 2) Responsibilities Will Encompass Approaching competitive and non-competitive sourcing in request for quotations Optimizing volume pricing through bid package strategies Evaluating supplier proposals and placing compliant purchase orders Extracting, monitoring, analyzing, and validating data information from multiple sources Developing engaging and collaborative relationships with suppliers and internal partners/customers to drive problem resolution Candidates 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. #MPR Basic Qualifications For Supply Chain Procurement Specialist (Band 2) Bachelor's degree and a minimum of two years of experience in supply chain management, or related fields, to include logistics, manufacturing/project management, business management, or information systems Experience in MS Office suite Ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance U.S. citizenship Preferred Qualifications Experience with FAR/DFAR, including cyber security requirements (such as FAR 52.204-7012, DFARS View phone number on click.appcast.io, etc.) Experience with SAP Experience using the Ariba SLP Portal for onboarding NGC suppliers Experience with negotiations with suppliers Primary Level Salary Range: $65,800.00 - $98,800.00 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Northrop Grumman