Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

Northrop Grumman • Sunnyvale, CA • 23h ago

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

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.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems sector is currently seeking a Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist to join our team of diverse professionals.

This position will support our Global Supply Chain team and is based from our Sunnyvale, CA office. There is an option for a full time telecommute schedule for a highly qualified candidate.

This is an opportunity to join a high-performing supply chain team focused on building a strong and inclusive culture built on a foundation of:

Diversity Learning & Growth Innovation Excellent Customer Support

Essential Functions:

Sources and procures goods and services of a commodity nature from many suppliers 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 and optimize volume pricing through bid package strategies Evaluates supplier proposals and places compliant purchase orders Extracts, monitors, analyzes, and validates data information from multiple sources Develops engaging and collaborative relationships with suppliers and internal partners/customers to drive problem resolution 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 Reviews and approves supplier payment as needed Utilizes process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency and continuous improvement

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.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience in supply chain management, logistics, or project/business management; 3+ years with a Master's. Or in lieu of a degree, 9+ years of experience in supply chain management, logistics, or project/business management Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance US citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Professional experience in a regulated industry; to include Aerospace & Defense, Insurance, Financial Services, Telecommunications Experience with FAR/DFARS Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP

Salary Range: $75,400.00 - $124,300.00

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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