• Job Description

  Req#: R10201097
  RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
  CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
  TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
  Description
  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.
  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 Aerospace Systems Sector is currently seeking a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position is located at our Oklahoma City, OK facility.
  
  Responsibilities:
  • Sources and procures goods and services of a commodity nature from many 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.
  
  Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelors degree with 2 years of experience working with supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, government procurement or a Masters degree with 0 years experience working with supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, government procurement. In lieu of degree 6 years of experience working with supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, government procurement

  • Procurement experience in a manufacturing environment

  • Must have U.S Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD secret security clearance

  • Ability to obtain Special Program Access
  Preferred Qualifications:
  • Background in government procurement with familiarity of FAR/DFARS

  • Experience with SAP or similar ERP system

  • Experience in supporting different contract types including cost types and all aspects of contract management from contract award through contract closeout.

  • Experience with negotiating terms and conditions in a corporate setting

  • Experience with Government purchasing and contracting

  • Experience analyzing data to formulate and execute effective negotiation strategies.

  • Business or Supply Chain Management degree
  Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $82,400.00
  The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
  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. 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 application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
  Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

• About the company

  Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) is an American multinational aerospace and defense technology company. Northrop Grumman and its industry partners have won the Collier Trophy eight times, most recently for developing the X-47B, the first unmanned, autonomous air system to operate from an aircraft carrier.

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