Sr. Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist
About The Position
Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Sr. Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist (Level 4) to join their team supporting the purchasing of Electronics components for their Weapons Systems Sector. This position will be remote with occasional travel to NG sites. The role involves managing a purchasing queue for various Circuit Card Assemblies and Electronic Assemblies, supporting proposal and program requirements, and overseeing the entire Purchase Order (PO) process from RFQ to post-award management. The specialist will identify cost reduction strategies, negotiate terms and conditions, manage subcontract performance and compliance, and coordinate with various internal departments. They will also evaluate supplier quality and reliability, assess supplier performance, and ensure proper documentation and receipt recording. The role includes managing and developing strategic/key suppliers.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in finance, supply chain, business or related field & 8 years of related procurement experience, OR a masters degree in finance, supply chain, business, or related field & 6 years of related procurement experience, OR a high school diploma & 12+ years of related procurement experience.
- Prior Procurement/Subcontracts experience
- Knowledge of FAR/DFAR requirements
- Eligible to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated management/Leadership abilities
- Good Organizational and communication Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft office suite
- Costpoint, SAP or other ERP purchasing system experience
- Knowledge of multiple contract types (T&M, Cost Reimbursable, FFP, etc.)
- Experience with international/foreign procurements/policies
Responsibilities
- Manages a purchasing queue of requirements for various Circuit Card Assemblies and and Electronic Assemblies for key suppliers
- Supports Proposal activity as well as active program requirements
- Manages PO process from all stages: Request for Quote(RFQ), Quote Analysis, Price justification, negotiations, purchase order placement and management of supplier delivery schedule post award, including invoicing.
- Identifies strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency, and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations
- Negotiates simple to complex terms and conditions including but not limited to Non-Disclosure Agreements, Subcontract Terms and Conditions and Teaming Agreements
- Manages performance of subcontracts and ensures compliance with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations
- Identifies and works to closeout subcontracts
- Coordinates and collaborates with key stakeholders such as program managements, material program management, contracts, security and legal departments
- In conjunction with quality organization, evaluates and monitors quality and reliability, as well as the ability to support required delivery schedules
- Employs sound business practices and assesses supplier performance as part of follow-up activities
- Ensures that appropriate documentation is provided to all necessary stakeholders and ensure that proper receipt is recorded
- Manages and develops strategic/key suppliers
Benefits
- health insurance coverage
- life and disability insurance
- savings plan
- Company paid holidays
- paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
- overtime
- shift differential
- discretionary bonus
- Annual bonuses
- Long Term Incentives (for VP or Director positions)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
