Senior Principal Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

Northrop Grumman; United States; Remote; USD 78,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems seeks a Principal or Sr. Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist to source and negotiate materials for defense systems. The role emphasizes cost reduction, supplier performance, and compliance with FAR/DFAR and CPSR audits.

The positions offer salary bands: Primary $77,800–$116,800; Secondary $97,100–$145,700. A discretionary bonus and health benefits are described; security clearance eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent (GED) with at least 9 years of relevant experience or 5 years of relevant experience with bachelor’s degree or 3 year of relevant experience with Master’s
• Demonstrated ability to utilize Microsoft Office to create spreadsheets, documents, presentations (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
• The ability to collaborate with program management and other multi-functional teams
• Possess strong organizational skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, in a fast-paced environment and apply sound judgment to problem solving
• Knowledge of FAR/DFAR
• Knowledge of CPSR and government audits
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Responsibilities

• Sources and procures electrical, electronic, and electromechanical goods and services, purchases machinery, equipment, tools, raw material, packaging materials, parts, services, and/or supplies necessary for operation of an organization
• Compiles and analyzes data to determine feasibility of buying products and establish price objectives
• Negotiate with suppliers and establish long term agreements and master pricing agreements
• Identify opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through targeted negotiations
• Issues purchase orders and manages performance, ensuring compliance with laws and company policies
• Utilizes Lean Six Sigma tools with suppliers to drive quality and continuous improvement

Skills

collaboration with multi-functional团队

Education

High school diploma or GED + 9 years relevant experience

Bachelor’s degree + 5 years relevant experience

Master’s degree + 3 years relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems seeks a Principal or Sr. Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist to source and negotiate materials for defense systems. The role emphasizes cost reduction, supplier performance, and compliance with FAR/DFAR and CPSR audits.

The positions offer salary bands: Primary $77,800–$116,800; Secondary $97,100–$145,700. A discretionary bonus and health benefits are described; security clearance eligibility is required.