Supply Chain Procurement Specialist Level 2

Supply Chain Procurement Specialist Level 2 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. Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman's Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist Level 2 located in Redondo Beach, CA, Chandler, AZ, Dulles, VA or Baltimore, MD, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. Sources and procures items of within the mechanical commodities, of medium to high complexity. 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. Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept: Develop RFQ utilizing specifications, statements of work, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, components, and assemblies Prepare bid packages, analyze and evaluate proposals, negotiate PO provisions, administer resulting PO and ensure on time delivery Manage performance of Purchase Orders and assigned suppliers, ensure compliance with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations Coordinate and collaborate with key stakeholders such as contracts, engineering, quality, planning, operations, program and end-users In conjunction with quality organization, evaluate and monitor supplier quality and reliability, as well as supplier ability to support required delivery schedules Identify strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through proactive supplier management Other duties as assigned Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of professional experience - OR - Master's degree; In lieu of degree, 4 additional years of experience will be considered 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 Preferred Qualifications: Experience with large dollar, complex purchases including subcontracts and long-term agreements Experience procuring in an engineering development environment Experience in machining, forgings, extrusions, composites or raw material commodities Experience leading negotiations with suppliers Basic comprehension of technical drawings and documents Knowledge of government contracting requirements and regulations