Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

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 Mission Systems is seeking a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist located in Baltimore, Maryland. What You'll Get to do: Source and procure commodities such as hardware components, COTS items, and electronic components in support of production and IRAD requirements. Proficiency in the procurement process, including but not limited to price analysis, negotiations, policies and procedures, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). Ability to place and oversee procurement packages. Initiates Requests for Quotations and Proposals and receives same, analyzing proposed pricing from potential suppliers. 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. Review, reconcile and approve supplier invoices. Interfacing and collaborating with Programs and other organizations within and outside of Global Supply Chain. Ability to plan, schedule, and arrange activities to accomplish objectives. Person should possess outstanding written and verbal communication skills and be extremely organized. Ensures that appropriate documentation is provided to logistics/transportation & warehouse organization so that proper receipt is recorded. Employs sound business practices and assesses supplier performance as part of follow-up activities. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, manufacturing or a closely related field. Or a Master's degree with 3+ years of professional experience in supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, manufacturing or a closely related field. Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems. US Citizenship is required. Preferred Qualifications: Work experience with FAR/DFAR Regulations. Experience with negotiating terms and conditions in a corporate setting. Experience with Government purchasing and contracting. Experience in Administering high dollar value Purchase Orders.