Procurement Specialist (Level 3 or 4) - Category Management

Northrop Grumman•New York, NY

8d•$77,800 - $145,700•Remote

About The Position

Northrop Grumman's Aeronautics Systems sector has an opening for a Principal / Sr. Principal Procurement Specialist (Level 3 or 4) – Category Management to join their team. This position is remote, but candidates must be within commutable distance of Palmdale, CA; El Segundo, CA; or Melbourne, FL. The role involves leading Sector-level strategies for raw materials, composites, and/or standard hardware categories, partnering with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to drive cost-effective, resilient sourcing solutions. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, thrives in a project-driven environment, and can balance long-term strategy with day-to-day execution.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree with at least 5+ years of experience in Procurement, Subcontracts, or Supply Chain Management OR a master’s degree with at least 3+ years of experience in Procurement, Subcontracts, or Supply Chain Management; 9 years of experience maybe considered in lieu of a degree (for Level 3)
Bachelor’s Degree with at least 8+ years of experience in Procurement, Subcontracts, or Supply Chain Management OR a master’s degree with at least 6+ years of experience in Procurement, Subcontracts, or Supply Chain Management; 12 years of experience maybe considered in lieu of a degree (for Level 4)
Strong understanding of FAR provisions and GSC policies and procedures
Ability to multi-task and make sound decisions in a timely manner
Experience building teams and interfacing/ collaborating with Programs and other organizations within and outside of Global Supply Chain
Ability to work with minimal supervision, work successfully in a fast-paced environment and apply sound judgment to problem solving
At minimum, the ability to obtain an active DoD Secret level clearance to apply and to start the role, with the ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the Company to meet its business needs
Commutable distance from one of the following AS locations to Palmdale, CA; Redondo Beach, CA; or Melbourne, FL

Nice To Haves

Masters degree and 8+ years of supply chain, contracts, business management or related experience
Negotiating contracts in excess of $10 Million
Budgeting experience and EVM knowledge
Working knowledge sector categories, including a solid understanding of engineering/technical requirements
Ability to understand engineering practices and work within the technology arena to further the connection between the technology roadmaps and Global Supply Chain
Ability to plan schedule and arrange activities to accomplish objectives
Exceptional leadership and people management skills with the ability to model and promote a strong sense of engagement, teamwork and cooperation
SAP experience
Exceptional written and verbal communication and organizational skills
Significant experience managing supply chain risk

Responsibilities

Design and implement comprehensive category strategies for raw materials, composites, or the standard hardware category to mitigate supply chain risk, ensure affordability, and align with Organization and Program objectives.
Prepare Procurement Review Board (PRB) packages, competitive and sole source bid packages, conduct bidders conferences, analyze and evaluate proposals, perform price/cost analyses, negotiate contract provisions, select or recommend awards, and administer resulting contracts.
Monitor commodity indices and leverage market trends to inform sourcing decisions.
Conduct market analyses, total-cost-of-ownership studies, and demand forecasts to shape long-term sourcing roadmaps.
Apply standard Aerospace & Defense purchasing / procurement methodology to spend categories to achieve organizational objectives, best value for the enterprise, and achievement of target return on investments (ROI).
Support sector initiatives/ special projects as required.
Establish vendor managed inventory (VMI) agreements, Right-to-Buy Agreements, long-term agreements, strategic agreements, and negotiate favorable terms and conditions with Suppliers.
Identify supply-chain risks & opportunities and develop mitigation and execution plans to address.
Manage internal and external relationships and supplier partnerships.