Supply Chain Procurement Specialist | Level 2 or 3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description 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 Aerospace Systems Sector is currently seeking a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.  This is a fully remote position.  In this role you will be responsible for driving the flow of critical goods and services that keep our programs moving—from sourcing strategic suppliers to negotiating smart deals that cut cost and risk. In this role, you’ll be the connector between internal teams and the supply base, using tools like Lean Six Sigma to improve quality, speed, and efficiency across the entire procurement process.

Source and procure commodity goods and services from a diverse supplier base. Lead RFQs/RFPs and analyze supplier pricing and proposals. Partner with Quality to monitor supplier performance, reliability, and on-time delivery. Collaborate with internal customers to ensure accurate, appropriate specifications. Negotiate to reduce cost, improve efficiency, and manage risk. Issue and manage purchase orders, ensuring compliance with laws and company procedures (including import/export). Coordinate with logistics/warehouse teams to ensure proper receipt and documentation. Review and approve supplier invoices as needed. Apply process improvement tools (e.g., Lean Six Sigma) to drive supplier quality and continuous improvement. We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule, phenomenal learning opportunities, and a very friendly team environment. This role may be filled at a Level 2 or Level 3 based on the qualifications outlined below.

Supply Chain Procurement Specialist (Level 2) Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience; or a Master's Degree; or a High School Diploma and a minimum of 6 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, purchasing, and/or supplier management Experience with Excel, and reporting ​Ability to Obtain and maintain a U.S Government Secret level Clearance within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet it's business needs (after starting). Supply Chain Procurement Specialist (Level 3) Bachelors degree with 5 years of experience working with supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, government procurement OR a Masters degree with 3 years experience working with supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, government procurement. In lieu of degree 9 years of experience working with supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, government procurement. Procurement experience in a manufacturing environment. Must have U.S Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD secret security clearance.

Experience or familiarity with purchasing services Experience in ERP, MRP Active U.S Government Secret Clearance Primary Level Salary Range: $59,600.00 -