Requisition ID: R10179148- Category: Global Supply Chain
- Location: Unknown City, West Virginia, United States of America
- Clearance Type: None
- Telecommute: Yes- May Consider Full Time Teleworking for this position
- Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
- Travel Required: Yes, 10 of the Time
- Positions Available: 1
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history. Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.
Northrop Grumman’s Defense Systems sector is currently seeking a Supply Procurement Specialist (Level 2) to support our Rocket Center, West Virginia location. Remote telecommute options may be considered for the right candidate.
Rocket Center, WV is located along the North Branch Potomac River in Mineral County, West Virginia and is home to the Allegany Ballistics Laboratory (ABL), a government installation operated by Northrop Grumman. Known for its scenic mountain landscapes, rolling hills and state parks, the region offers a multitude of outdoor recreational opportunities to include hiking, mountain biking, skiing, fishing, hunting and whitewater rafting. Where can you get to from Rocket Center? We are just a couple hours from Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Pittsburgh and not far from Philadelphia, Virginia and Ohio. If you enjoy a beautiful all-weather climate, low cost of living, zero gridlock traffic, outdoor activities, and easy access to major cities along the east coast - this area has a lot to offer!
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The Supply Chain Procurement Specialist is responsible for sourcing and acquiring goods and services of a commodity nature from various suppliers. This role involves initiating Requests for Quotations and Proposals, analyzing the pricing submitted by potential suppliers. In collaboration with the quality assurance team, the specialist evaluates and monitors supplier quality and reliability, as well as their capacity to meet delivery schedules. The specialist works closely with internal stakeholders to ensure that specifications align with the required services or products. Additionally, the role includes identifying opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency enhancement, and risk management through strategic negotiations. The specialist issues purchase orders and oversees their performance, ensuring adherence to all public laws and company policies, including import/export regulations. By applying sound business practices, the specialist assesses supplier performance as part of ongoing follow-up. It is also essential to provide the necessary documentation to the logistics, transportation, and warehouse teams to ensure accurate receipt records. The specialist reviews and approves supplier payments as required and employs process improvement tools such as Lean Six Sigma to enhance quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement with suppliers.
Job Duties:
Develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of services, specialized materials, and/or equipment
Prepare bid packages, conduct bidders conferences, analyzes and evaluates proposals, performs price/cost, negotiates subcontract provisions, select or recommends subcontractors, write awards, and administer resulting subcontracts
Ensure that appropriate documentation is provided so that proper receipt is recorded
Negotiate and coordinate additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts
Participate with program functional areas to coordinate subcontract funding, invoice processing and program reviews.
Coordinate and collaborate with key stakeholders such as contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, program and end-users
In conjunction with quality organization, evaluate and monitor supplier quality and reliability, as well as supplier ability to support required delivery schedules
Identify strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations
Manage performance of subcontracts, ensures compliance with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations.
Utilize process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency and continuous improvement
Manage and develop strategic/key suppliers. Review and approve supplier payments
Basic Qualifications for Supply Procurement Specialist (Level 2):
This role places a strong emphasis on skills and experience. We will consider candidates who meet one of the following criteria: a high school diploma or GED accompanied by at least 6 years of relevant experience, ideally in supply chain, contracts, program management, or a related field; a bachelors degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience; a masters degree with 0 years of experience in a closely related discipline
Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and associated Federal Contracting regulations
Understanding of procurement policies, procedures, and regulations
Demonstrated ability to utilize Microsoft Office to create spreadsheets, documents, presentations. (i.e. Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
Must be able to obtain and maintain a US DoD Secret Security Clearance which requires US Citizenship as a pre-requisite
Preferred Qualifications:
Government contract knowledge and/or experience
FAR/DFAR experience
Familiar with SAP procurement systems
MS Office tools including Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, V-Lookup, conditional formatting and most of the advanced features/functions)
Salary Range: $61,000 - $100,700
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 candidates experience, education, skills and current spanet conditions.
Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
