["Sr. Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist","Sr. Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist"]

Overview Sr. Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist. This position is virtual remote and can be performed anywhere within the continental United States. Teleworking arrangements are subject to change based on the needs of the business.RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeResponsibilities Contracting for Executive Search, Consulting, Professional Services and/or various productsManaging all aspects of key and strategic suppliers including supplier relationship, performance and corrective actionLead sourcing activities for professional servicesPreparing requests for proposal packages (RFx) for SOWConducting competition, analysis and evaluation of bidder proposals, facilitating the selection/recommendation of the winning bidder, negotiating agreement terms, conditions, provisions and pricing, issues awards, preparing and administering resulting contracts and ordersStrong emphasis on commercial contracting and terms and conditionsMust be able to review and communicate requirements to supply base for compliant bidsParticipate as an integral member of the proposal teamReviewing suppliers' agreements to ensure Northrop Grumman's minimum requirements are met and all risk areas are identified and mitigatedNegotiating terms and conditions of all components of contractual agreements, including Statements of Work, Professional Services Agreements, and Purchase AgreementsNegotiating and coordinating additions, deletions, or modifications to existing contracts or purchase ordersPositive price negotiationReviewing and negotiating service agreementsIssuing Purchase/Change Order(s) to support contractsPost-award administration including project implementation support to ensure supplier adherence to contractual deliverables and timelineProviding effective corrective action follow up for significant performance issues with suppliersBasic Qualifications Bachelor's degree with a minimum 8 years' relevant experience OR Master's degree with a minimum of 6 years' relevant experience OR Associate's degree with a minimum of 10 years' relevant experience OR High School Diploma with a minimum of 12 years' relevant experienceMust have experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, contract management, program management, and/or project managementExcellent organizational skillsDemonstrated negotiation skillsSourcing strategiesExcellent written and oral communication skills with all levels of management/executivesStrong problem solving and analytical skillsProgram or project management expertiseRelationship development skillsAbility to work with minimum direction and in a fast-paced, business-oriented environmentDemonstrated experience supporting consulting, professional service, purchase order development, invoice resolution, supplier onboarding processPreferred Qualifications Large subcontract experience, e.g., $1 million+ annual spendExperience in SAP/S4 procurement moduleExperience in negotiation of terms and conditions including demonstrated positive results benefiting the internal requestors and companyMaster's degree in Business or Supply Chain course of studyCompensation and Benefits Primary Level Salary Range: $93,800.00 - $140,800.00The 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.EEO 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.#J-18808-Ljbffr