Supply Chain Procurement Specialist – Level 3
About The Position
Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is hiring a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist – Level 3 to source and procure materials and services in the Computer IT Hardware & Software commodities. The role executes procurement activities in accordance with company policies and procedures and applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements. It is full-time remote, with preference for candidates who live near Northrop Grumman Space Sector sites in Redondo Beach, California; Chandler, Arizona; Dulles, Virginia; Huntsville, Alabama; or Baltimore, Maryland. Travel is 10% of the time. Relocation assistance is not available, and no clearance is required at the start; the hire must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance. The specialist prepares and evaluates bid packages and proposals, negotiates purchase order provisions, administers purchase orders, and supports on-time delivery. The role assesses supplier quality, reliability, and delivery capability in coordination with the quality organization; works with internal customers on appropriate product and service specifications; and identifies cost-reduction, efficiency, and risk-management opportunities. It also manages purchase order performance and regulatory compliance, collaborates with stakeholders, assesses supplier performance, and reviews and approves supplier payments when needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of professional experience, or a master’s degree and 3 years of professional experience, or a Ph.D. and 1 year of professional experience; an additional 4 or more years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and organizational skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with low- to moderate-value and complexity purchases, including single/sole-source purchases with source-controlled drawings.
- Experience procuring in an engineering development environment.
- Experience with Computer IT Hardware & Software commodities involving specification or configuration requirements.
- Experience leading supplier negotiations.
- Basic comprehension of technical drawings and documents.
- Knowledge of government contracting requirements and regulations.
Responsibilities
- Source and procure materials and services within the Computer IT Hardware & Software commodities.
- Execute the procurement process, including sourcing, price analysis, Commercial Item Determination, and negotiations, in accordance with policies and procedures including FAR and DFARS.
- Prepare bid packages; analyze and evaluate proposals; negotiate purchase order provisions; administer purchase orders; and ensure on-time delivery.
- Apply an understanding of federal acquisition thresholds and documentation requirements based on the procurement transaction.
- Work with the quality organization to evaluate and monitor supplier quality, reliability, and ability to meet required delivery schedules.
- Work with internal customers to ensure specifications are appropriate for required products or services.
- Identify strategies and opportunities to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and manage risk through targeted negotiations.
- Manage purchase order performance and ensure compliance with public law requirements, company policies and procedures, and import/export regulations.
- Interface and collaborate with stakeholders and organizations within and outside Global Supply Chain.
- Plan, schedule, and arrange activities to accomplish objectives.
- Assess supplier performance as part of follow-up activities and employ sound business practices.
- Review and approve supplier payments as needed, including invoice reconciliation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Savings plan
- Company-paid holidays
- Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
- Potential eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
