Supply Chain Procurement Spec

Supply Chain Procurement Specialist (Buyer Level 2)

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's Mission Systems Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our inclusive team. As a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist (Buyer Level 2) located in Chantilly, VA you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector is seeking a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist for our Navigation, Intelligence and Connectivity Division. This is a hybrid (2-3 days a week), on-site position based at our Chantilly, VA facility. Relocation assistance will not be provided.

Position Summary / Responsibilities :

Sources and procures goods and services from many suppliers to include software.

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.

Provides support and clearly communicates solutions that are in accordance with defined process and procedures.

Reviews and approves supplier payment as needed.

Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Self-starter who is able to work with minimal direction.

Basic Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience (or Master's Degree with a minimum of 0 years of experience) in supply chain management or related fields.

Experience with negotiation of terms and conditions.

Experience with using Microsoft Office Products including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams.

Ability to travel 10-15% of the time.

US Citizenship.

Ability to obtain and maintain TS / SCI clearance.

Preferred Qualifications :

Sourcing and Buying Computer Hardware and electronic components experience.

FAR / DFAR or government contracts experience.

Experience with financial analysis or price analysis.

Experience using SAP or similar ERP systems.