Associate Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

Northrop Grumman; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Company-paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking an Associate Supply Chain Procurement Specialist in Oklahoma City, OK. The role sources and procures goods from numerous suppliers, issues RFQs/POs, and ensures delivery while managing costs and risk.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree (or HS diploma with experience), MS Office skills, and the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret clearance. US Citizenship is required for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or HS Diploma/GED with 4 years related experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office to create spreadsheets, documents, presentations.
• Ability to collaborate with program management and other multi-functional teams.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S Government Secret security clearance.
• US Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure goods and services from multiple suppliers.
• Initiate RFQs and Proposals; evaluate proposed pricing.
• Issue and manage purchase orders; monitor supplier performance.
• Ensure compliance with public laws and company policies; manage import/export requirements.
• Utilize Lean Six Sigma tools with suppliers to improve quality and efficiency.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP

Maximo

Job description

ReLOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: No

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.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems sector is currently seeking an Associate Supply Chain Procurement Specialist to join our team of diverse professionals in Oklahoma City, OK.

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

• Bachelor’s degree or High School Diploma/GED with 4 years related experience in lieu of degree


• Demonstrated ability to utilize Microsoft Office to create spreadsheets, documents, presentations. (i.e. Word, Excel & PowerPoint)


• The ability to collaborate with program management and other multi-functional teams


• Possess strong organizational skills


• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S Government Secret security clearance within a reasonable amount of time as deemed appropriate by the company to meet business objectives.


• US Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with aircraft maintenance activities under US Govt. prime contracts to include spares procurement and movement.


• Knowledge of FAR/DFAR


• Knowledge of CPSR and government audits


• Import / Export (ITAR) experience for movement of materials and technology


• Familiar with SAP and/or Maximo procurement systems


• Active U.S Government Secret or Top Secret Clearance

Primary Level Salary Range: $52,100.00 - $78,100.00

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.