Supply Chain Procurement Buyer III/IV - Space Components

Job description

Requisition ID: R
Category: Global Supply Chain
Location: San Diego - CA, United States of America
Citizenship Required: United States Citizenship
Clearance Type: None
Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
Shift: Days (United States of America)
Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
Positions Available: 1

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 offers a competitive and robust benefits program. As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including: -

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage -

401k -

Educational Assistance -

Life Insurance -

Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions -

Paid Time Off -

Health & Wellness Resources -

Employee Discounts -

Flexible Schedules: For example t he ability to work a 9/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of work

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The Space Components Division is seeking a Supply Chain Procurement Buyer III/IV to join our team. This position could be located in San Diego, CA / Goleta, CA / Beltsville, MD / Commerce, CA.

Responsibilities:

Develops RFQ utilizing Specifications, statements of work, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and/or services

Prepares bid packages, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates PO provisions, administers resulting PO and ensure on time delivery

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

Coordinates and collaborates with key stakeholders such as contracts, engineering, quality, planning, operations, program and end-users

In conjunction with quality organization, evaluates and monitors supplier quality and reliability, as well as supplier ability to support required delivery schedules

Identifies strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through proactive supplier management

Utilizes process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency and continuous improvement

Reviews and approves supplier payment as needed

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance or related field - 6+ years' experience in purchasing, sales, or contracts for a level III; 4 years' with a Master's / 8+ years' experience for a level IV; 6 years' with a Master's

Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Demonstrated leadership, critical thinking and innovation behaviors in past projects, roles or experience

Strong time management and organizational skills; ability to keep multiple priorities moving forward

Experience in a MRP system, SAP, CostPoint, Oracle

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience procuring in an NPI / concurrent engineering environment

Experience in machining, forgings, extrusions, electrical or raw material commodities

Leads negotiations with suppliers

Ability to read technical drawings and documents

Knowledge of government contracting requirements and regulations (e.g. FAR, DFARS, I TAR, etc.)

Master's Degree in Business or Supply Chain

Salary Range: 76000 - 114000
Salary Range 2: 94200 - 141400

Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. With the continuing impacts of COVID-19 around the world, we are taking action to protect the health and well-being of our colleagues and maintain the safety of the communities where we operate. As a federal contractor, and consistent with Executive Order 14042 () we will require all newly hired employees in the United States to be fully vaccinated by January 18, 2022 or by your start date if it is after January 18th. Federal guidance allows for disability/medical and religious accommodations with respect to the vaccine requirement. Any requested accommodations must be reviewed and approved (if applicable) in advance of your start date.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.