Sr. Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

Northrop Grumman • Plymouth, MN

25d • Remote

About The Position

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 is seeking a Sr. Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist for its Business Unit, Armament Systems located in Plymouth, MN or Telecommute. Armament Systems specializes in the development and production of Ammunition, Guns and Precision Guidance Ordinance. Position Summary: Sources and procures specialized goods and services of a commodity nature from multiple 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.

Requirements

• This position emphasizes skills and experience. Must have 12 years of experience. Will also consider a Bachelor's degree with a minimum work experience of 8 years or a Master's degree and 6 years of experience.
• Understanding of procurement policies, procedures, and regulations
• Possess ability to collaborate with program management and other multi-functional teams
• Have general knowledge of FAR/DFAR and associated Federal Contracting regulations
• Possess strong organizational skills
• Demonstrate 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
• Strong verbal and written communication skills-Demonstrated leadership, critical thinking and innovative behaviors in past projects, roles or experiences
• The successful candidate must have experience working with multiple contracting formats, including Firm Fixed Price and Cost Reimbursable, possess knowledge relating to special payment provisions (progress or performance-based payments).
• Applicant must understand the proposal process, pricing instructions, terms and conditions and determine the adequacy of supplier proposals received
• US Citizenship required

Nice To Haves

• Government contract knowledge and/or experience
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Experience using CostPoint, Cognos and SharePoint
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Responsibilities

• Sources and procures specialized goods and services of a commodity nature from multiple 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.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees