RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: None
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
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 inclusive team. As a Global Supply Chain Procurement - Manager 2, you'll be a key enabler of missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.
The Global Supply Chain Organization within the Space Sector is seeking a Procurement Manager 2 to join our management team in leading procurement specialists, comprising of approximately 10 employees. A centralized sector level procurement team was recently formed and looking for an experienced leader open and willing to champion change to drive efficiencies within the organization.
In this role, the successful candidate will have experience leading others within the company, familiar with Global Supply Chain compliance requirements and have strong organizational, technical, and programmatic skills. As a leader with integrity, you ensure ethical conduct, balanced results, and partner satisfaction. You respect and nurture growth, fostering inclusivity. Skilled in building diverse teams and customer trust, you communicate well, champion excellence, and embrace change.
Location: This position is located in Promontory, UT. May consider hybrid teleworking for the right candidate.
Responsibilities include:
Direct Supervision of staff, assigning work priorities and daily assignments necessary to support the sector objectives
Provide direction to the team to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures
Manage purchasing team responsible for purchasing activities including preparing Request for Quotes (RFQs), conducting bid analysis, negotiating purchase orders, documenting purchase order requirements while meeting compliance requirements and managing supplier relationships
Terms and Conditions negotiations
Metrics reporting and data analytics
Engage in supplier sourcing strategy development
Manage supply chain risks and opportunities
Cross-functional coordination in and out of the organization
Engage suppliers that possess products that support multiple programs and/or significant quantity to achieve mutual desired outcomes and formalizes the relationship in the form of a long-term agreement
Support Procurement teams in areas of policies and procedures, sourcing, training, and development
Plan, organize, and assign procurement resources, ensuring they are well matched (knowledge/skills/experience) to their assigned duties
Provide an independent review of procurement products and procurement compliance packages prior to delivery or review and presentation to Audit, program, and GSC Leadership
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years (or master’s and 4+ years) of relevant experience in Global Supply Chain, U.S. Government contract or Procurement/Subcontracts
Minimum of 2 years experience leading a team, process, and/or projects
Working knowledge of FAR/DFARs
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance
Proficiency in Excel including pivot tables, basic formulas and V-look ups
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and extremely organized
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge and experience with complex construction projects
MBA or Masters in Supply Chain Management
Active Security Clearance
Ability to deal effectively with change and challenges and helps others to do the same.
Ability to deal effectively with competing priorities and deadlines, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast paced environment while demonstrating a professional attitude.
Primary Level Salary Range: $115,000.00 - $172,400.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
