RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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 Defense Systems is seeking a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist. This position will be located in Roy, UT . The work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.
Position Benefits:
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
Responsibilities:
Source and procure several commodities such as electronic hardware components, computer items, software, and IT services 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.
Basic Qualifications:
Supply Chain Procurement Specialist
Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience Or a Master's degree with 0 years of professional experience in supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, manufacturing or a closely related field.
Experience with SAP or similar ERP system
Experience in MS Office suite.
Experience in leadership, critical thinking, and innovative behaviors in supply chain projects or roles.
Ability to obtain a US Government issued Secret clearance
US Citizenship is required.
Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist:
Bachelor's Degree with minimum of 5 years Or a Master's degree with minimum of 3 years of professional experience in supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, manufacturing or a closely related field
Experience with SAP or similar ERP system
Experience in MS Office suite.
Experience in leadership, critical thinking, and innovative behaviors in supply chain projects or roles.
Ability to obtain a US Government issued Secret clearance
US Citizenship is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Microsoft Excel
Experience with Critical Path Management, navigating US government contract flow down requirements and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)/Defense Federal Acquisitions Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
Professional experience in a regulated industry; to include Aerospace & Defense, Insurance, Financial Services, Telecommunications
2 years of experience with negotiating terms and conditions in a corporate setting.
Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP
Experience communicating written and verbally in a global supply chain working environment.
Experience managing suppliers through the following: cost/schedule/quality.
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.
Primary Level Salary Range: $58,000.00 - $87,000.00
Secondary 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.
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.
