Northrop Grumman

Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

Northrop Grumman$65K — $98K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with 2 years in supply chain management or related areas.
  • Experience with SAP or similar ERP system.
  • US Citizenship required.
  • Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Source and procure components for production and IRAD requirements.
  • Conduct price analysis and negotiations with suppliers.
  • Initiate and analyze Requests for Quotations and Proposals.
  • Collaborate with internal customers to ensure proper specifications are met.
  • Identify cost reduction and efficiency improvement opportunities through negotiations.
  • Review and approve supplier invoices.
  • Coordinate logistics documentation for accurate receipt records.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Savings plan.
  • Company paid holidays.
  • Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and personal business.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist in support of the AMS Division located in Linthicum, 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.

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Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, manufacturing
  • Experience with SAP or similar ERP system
  • US Citizenship

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with Government purchasing and contracting


Primary Level Salary Range: $65,800.00 - $98,800.00

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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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