Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

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 a Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist located in Salt Lake City, UT. What You'll Get to Do :

Source and procure several commodities such as hardware components, COTS items, machined components in support of production programs.

Proficiency in the procurement process, including but not limited to price analysis, negotiations, policies and procedures, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).

Ability to place and oversee procurement packages.

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.

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.

Review, reconcile and approve supplier invoices.

Interfacing and collaborating with Programs and other organizations within and outside of Global Supply Chain.

Ability to plan, schedule, and arrange activities to accomplish objectives.

Person should possess outstanding written and verbal communication skills and be extremely organized.

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

Reviews and approves supplier payment as needed.

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

The ideal candidate must have a critical thinking skillset and innovative behavior in a supply chain role or projects.

Basic Qualifications for the Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist :

Bachelor's Degree with minimum of 5 years of experience; Master's degree with minimum of 3 years of professional experience in a procurement or buyer position, supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, and project management or closely related fields; OR 9 years of experience in lieu of degree.

Experience with SAP or similar ERP system.

MS Office suite experience.

Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.

US Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience with Microsoft Excel.

Experience managing suppliers through the following : cost / schedule / quality.

Professional experience in a regulated industry; to include Aerospace & Defense, Insurance, Financial Services, Telecommunications.

Experience with Critical Path Management, FAR and DFARS.

Experience with negotiating terms and conditions in a corporate setting.

Experience with Government purchasing and contracting.

Experience analyzing data to formulate and execute effective negotiation strategies.

Experience in Administering high dollar value Purchase Orders and Subcontracts.

Experience leading projects in supply chain.

Experience communicating written and verbally in a global supply chain working environment.

Primary Level Salary Range : $71,600.00 - $107,400.00 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.