Principal or Sr Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist (3/4)

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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Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

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.
 

With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our products protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector is seeking a Principal Supply Chain Subcontracts Specialist for our Navigation, Targeting and Survivability Division. The person hired will procure and manage medium to high value and risk subcontracts and general procurement, including long term agreements and OA’s. Prepare bids, evaluate bids, select suppliers and negotiate price, terms and conditions, delivery, quality and service. Manage supplier performance from issuance of order through close-out. Interface with Supply Chain Management, Program Planners, Quality, Receiving and Program Management and Supplier's Management team. May mentor junior staff members.

This position’s standard 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.

This is an On-site Position located in Salt Lake City, Utah and can be filled at a level 3 or 4

Job Responsibilities:

• Review Purchase Requisitions for completeness and obtain additional information considered necessary.
• Prepare Request for Quotation (RFQ)/Request for Proposal (RFP) and identify sources eligible to receive RFQ/RFP for complex and/or non-routine procurement requirements.
• Evaluate suppliers' quotes/proposals for compliance with RFQ/RFP and fact find suppliers' proposals.
• Co-lead in the source selection team for competitive procurements.
• Perform a cost and/or price analysis to determine price reasonableness. - Negotiate with suppliers on price, schedule, and terms and conditions, and any other contractual requirements. May lead negotiations with supplier.
• Make subcontract awards to suppliers and document the subcontract folders in accordance with the local procurement policies and procedures, including long term agreements.
• Manage supplier performance during subcontract execution, including, but not limited to, managing supplier delivery schedule, processing invoices for payment, managing Subcontract submittals (e.g. SDRL), and/or resolve any contractual issues. - Perform subcontract close-outs in accordance with the local procurement policies and procedures.
• Mentor other subcontract professionals, as appropriate.

Basic Qualifications Level 3:

• A bachelor's degree with 6+ years of contracts, supply chain, procurement, or related business experience -OR- a master's degree with 4+ years of contracts, supply chain, procurement, or related business experience.
• Proficient in MS Office
• Must have the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance
• Strong problem-solving skills leading to innovative solutions.

Basic Qualifications Level 4:

• A bachelor's degree with 10+ years of contracts, supply chain, procurement, or related business experience -OR- a master's degree with 8+ years of contracts, supply chain, procurement, or related business experience.
• Proficient in MS Office
• Must have the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance
• Strong problem-solving skills leading to innovative solutions.

Preferred Qualification:

• Active DoD Secret Clearance
• Knowledge of the government acquisition process with a strong knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and agency supplements, such as Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS), NASA (NFS).
• Experience with DSEAs, ITAR, and international export requirements.
• Knowledge of U.S. government and industry supply chain practices
• Working knowledge of SAP or 1ERP
• Expertise in MS Office applications
• Management or large Subcontracts exceeding $50M
• Self-Starter with problem solving skills.
• Ability to mentor other subcontract professionals of varying levels of experience.

• Demonstrated strong leadership skills as well as the ability to multi-task in a challenging environment
• The ideal candidate possesses strong time management and organization skills; Ability to keep multiple priorities moving forward
• Professional experience in a regulated industry; to include Aerospace & Defense, Insurance, Financial Services, Telecommunications
• SAP experience
• Detail oriented, strategic thinking, and analytical.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and people leadership skills; ability to leverage professional relationships
• Proven multitasking ability; resilience when faced with multiple deadlines and competing priorities. ​

Salary Range: $67,800 USD - $101,600 USD

Salary Range 2: $84,100 USD - $126,100 USD

Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.