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Northrop Grumman Australia · 1 week ago

Supply Chain Procurement Specialist - 16499

Northrop Grumman is a leader in technological advancements and is seeking a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist. The role involves sourcing and procuring various commodities, managing procurement processes, and ensuring compliance with regulations while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.

Defense & Space
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Responsibilities

Source and procure several commodities such as electronic hardware components, computer items, software, and IT services in support of production programs
Proficiency in the procurement process, including but not limited to price analysis, negotiations, policies and procedures, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
Ability to place and oversee procurement packages
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
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
Review, reconcile and approve supplier invoices
Interfacing and collaborating with Programs and other organizations within and outside of Global Supply Chain
Ability to plan, schedule, and arrange activities to accomplish objectives
Person should possess outstanding written and verbal communication skills and be extremely organized
Ensures that appropriate documentation is provided to logistics/transportation & warehouse organization so that proper receipt is recorded
Reviews and approves supplier payment as needed
Employs sound business practices and assesses supplier performance as part of follow-up activities

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementSAPNegotiationMS Office SuiteCritical ThinkingProject ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience Or a Master's degree with 0 years of professional experience in supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, manufacturing or a closely related field; 4 years additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Experience with SAP or similar ERP system
Experience in MS Office suite
Experience in leadership, critical thinking, and innovative behaviors in supply chain projects or roles
Ability to obtain a US Government issued Secret clearance
US Citizenship is required
Bachelor's Degree with minimum of 5 years Or a Master's degree with minimum of 3 years of professional experience in supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, manufacturing or a closely related field; 4 years additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Experience with SAP or similar ERP system
Experience in MS Office suite
Experience in leadership, critical thinking, and innovative behaviors in supply chain projects or roles
Ability to obtain a US Government issued Secret clearance
US Citizenship is required

Preferred

Experience with Microsoft Excel
Experience with Critical Path Management, navigating US government contract flow down requirements and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)/Defense Federal Acquisitions Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
Professional experience in a regulated industry; to include Aerospace & Defense, Insurance, Financial Services, Telecommunications
2 years of experience with negotiating terms and conditions in a corporate setting
Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP
Experience communicating written and verbally in a global supply chain working environment
Experience managing suppliers through the following: cost/schedule/quality
Experience with Government purchasing and contracting
Experience analyzing data to formulate and execute effective negotiation strategies
Experience in Administering high dollar value Purchase Orders and Subcontracts

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts

Company

Northrop Grumman Australia

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Northrop Grumman Australia is the Australia-based arm of Northrop Grumman Corporation and committed to generating long-term prosperity, investing in advanced Research & Development, sovereign and exportable Intellectual Property, high-quality jobs and long-term technology leadership across the Commonwealth.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
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