Supply Chain Procurement Specialist / Prin. Supply Chain Procurement Spec.

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 the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist / Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist located in Salt Lake City, Utah. What You'll Get to do: Source and procure several commodities such as hardware components, COTS items, machined components in support of production programs. 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. 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. 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. 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. Reviews and approves supplier payment as needed. Employs sound business practices and assesses supplier performance as part of follow-up activities. This requisition may be filled as a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist or Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist. Basic Qualifications for Supply Chain Procurement Specialist: Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience Or a Master's degree with 0 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 system Experience in MS Office suite. Experience in leadership, critical thinking, and innovative behaviors in supply chain projects or roles. Ability to obtain a US Government issued Secret clearance US Citizenship is required. Basic Qualifications for Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist: Bachelor’s Degree with minimum of 5 years Or a Master's degree with minimum of 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 system Experience in MS Office suite. Experience in leadership, critical thinking, and innovative behaviors in supply chain projects or roles. Ability to obtain a US Government issued Secret clearance US Citizenship is required. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Microsoft Excel Experience managing suppliers through the following: cost/schedule/quality. Professional experience in a regulated industry; to include Aerospace & Defense, Insurance, Financial Services, Telecommunications. Experience with Critical Path Management, FAR and DFARS. 2 years of 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. Experience in Administering high dollar value Purchase Orders and Subcontracts. Experience communicating written and verbally in a global supply chain working environment.