Senior Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee a purchasing queue for Circuit Card Assemblies and Electronic Assemblies from key suppliers.

• Assist with proposal activities and fulfill active program requirements.

• Handle the purchase order process from RFQ and quote analysis through to price justification, negotiations, order placement, supplier delivery scheduling, and invoicing.

• Develop strategies to minimize costs, enhance efficiency, and mitigate risks through effective negotiations.

• Negotiate terms and conditions, which include Non-Disclosure Agreements, Subcontract Terms and Conditions, and Teaming Agreements.

• Manage subcontract performance to ensure compliance with public law, corporate policies, business procedures, and import/export regulations.

• Identify and finalize subcontracts.

• Collaborate with program management, material program management, contracts, security, and legal departments.

• Assess and monitor supplier quality, reliability, and delivery capabilities in conjunction with the quality organization.

• Evaluate supplier performance and apply sound business practices.

• Ensure the provision of appropriate documentation and that proper receipt is recorded.

• Manage and cultivate strategic/key suppliers.

• Support Northrop Grumman’s defense, technology, and engineering initiatives.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, supply chain, business, or a related field with 8 years of relevant procurement experience; or a master’s degree in these areas with 6 years of related procurement experience; or a high school diploma with 12+ years of relevant procurement experience.

• Previous experience in procurement/subcontracts.

• Familiarity with FAR/DFAR requirements.

• Must be eligible to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance.

• U.S. citizenship is mandatory.

• Preferred: proven management/leadership skills.

• Preferred: strong organizational and communication abilities.

• Preferred: proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Preferred: experience with Costpoint, SAP, or other ERP purchasing systems.

• Preferred: knowledge of various contract types, including T&M, cost reimbursable, and FFP.

• Preferred: experience with international/foreign procurements and policies.

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• Health insurance coverage.

• Life insurance.

• Disability insurance.

• Savings plan.

• Company-paid holidays.

• Paid time off (PTO) for vacations or personal matters.

• Potential for overtime.

• Shift differential.

• Eligibility for discretionary bonuses.

• No relocation assistance is available.