RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: 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.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.
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Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems Sector is currently seeking a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position is located at our Oklahoma City, OK facility.
Responsibilities:
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. 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
Reviews and approves supplier payment as needed
Utilizes process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency and continuous improvement.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors degree with 2 years of experience working with supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, government procurement or a Masters degree with 0 years experience working with supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, government procurement. In lieu of degree 6 years of experience working with supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, government procurement
Procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
Must have U.S Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD secret security clearance
Ability to obtain Special Program Access
Preferred Qualifications:
Background in government procurement with familiarity of FAR/DFARS
Experience with SAP or similar ERP system
Experience in supporting different contract types including cost types and all aspects of contract management from contract award through contract closeout.
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.
Business or Supply Chain Management degree
Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $82,400.00The 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.