Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future Northrop Grumman Defense Systems sector is currently seeking a Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of services, specialized materials, and/or equipment
• Prepares bid packages, conducts bidders conferences, analyzes and evaluates proposals, performs price/cost, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and administers resulting subcontracts
• Ensures that appropriate documentation is provided to logistics/transportation & warehouse organization so that proper receipt is recorded
• Negotiates and coordinates additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts
• Participates with program functional areas to coordinate subcontract funding, invoice processing and program reviews.
• Coordinates and collaborates with key stakeholders such as contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, program and end-users
• In conjunction with quality organization, evaluates and monitors supplier quality and reliability, as well as supplier ability to support required delivery schedules
• Identifies strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations
• Manages performance of subcontracts, ensures compliance with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations.
• Utilizes process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency and continuous improvement
• Manages and develops strategic/key suppliers. Reviews and approves supplier payments

Basic Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in general area of study and 6 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree and 4 years of experience; or 10 years of experience maybe considered in lieu of a degree

• Understanding of procurement policies, procedures, and regulations
• The ability to collaborate with program management and other multi-functional teams
• Must have a general knowledge of FAR/DFARS and associated Federal Contracting regulations
• Possess strong organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and make decisions in a timely manner
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, work successfully in a fast- paced environment and apply sound judgment to problem solving

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with International Procurements under US Govt. prime contracts
• Prior experience working issues related to Import / Export of materials and technology
• Familiar with SAP procurement systems

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