Senior Principal Strategic Procurement Lead

Northrop Grumman; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 102,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Company paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/p

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Linthicum, MD is seeking an experienced procurement professional to source and procure goods and services across a commodity nature, coordinating with internal customers to ensure specifications are aligned and delivery is on schedule.

The role emphasizes cost reduction, supplier relationship management, and adherence to regulatory requirements. A US citizenship may be required for certain positions; travel is possible.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 8 years of experience in supply chain, finance and/or business with a Bachelor's degree; or a minimum of 6 years with a Master's.
• Procurement or supply chain experience.
• US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure goods and services of a commodity nature from many suppliers.
• Initiate Requests for Quotations and Proposals and receive and analyze proposed pricing from potential suppliers.
• In conjunction with quality organization, evaluate and monitor supplier quality and reliability, as well as supplier ability to support required delivery schedules.
• Identify opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through targeted negotiations.
• Issues purchase orders.
• Manage performance of purchase orders, ensure compliance with all public law requirements as well as company policies and procedures including import/export regulations using strong written & verbal communication skills.
• Employ sound business practices and assess supplier performance as part of follow-up activities.
• Ensure that appropriate documentation is provided to logistics/transportation & warehouse organization so that proper receipt is recorded.
• Review and approve supplier payment as needed

Skills

Procurement experience

Supply chain experience

US citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Linthicum, MD is seeking an experienced procurement professional to source and procure goods and services across a commodity nature, coordinating with internal customers to ensure specifications are aligned and delivery is on schedule.

The role emphasizes cost reduction, supplier relationship management, and adherence to regulatory requirements. A US citizenship may be required for certain positions; travel is possible.