Manager Procurement 1

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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.

The Navigation, Intelligence & Connectivity Division in San Diego, CA is seeking a Manager Procurement 1 who is willing to work in a collaborative environment and is interested in expanding their horizons. This position will work in our San Diego, CA location.

This is an entry-level management position who will serve as a working-level manager that oversees a team of buyers that sources and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, raw material, packaging materials, parts, services, and/or supplies necessary for operation of an organization.

• Supports proposal strategy and execution efforts. This may include preparing RFQs and processing POs for urgent or complex purchases


• Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives


• Compiles information to keep informed on price trends and manufacturing processes


• Confers with suppliers and analyzes supplier's operations to determine factors that affect prices and determines lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules


• Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends, follows up orders placed, verifies delivery, approves payment, and maintains necessary records


• Communicates with program customers to work and resolve challenges in the execution of the procurement efforts that are in their organization


• Effectively manage a supply base: Evaluate supplier delivery, quality, and cost performance


• Prepares and briefs charts to program and GSC Leadership on key performance indicators


• Demonstrated ability to utilize Microsoft Office to create spreadsheets, documents, presentations. (i.e. Word, Excel & PowerPoint)


• The ability to collaborate with program management and other multi-functional teams


• Possess strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously


• Ability to work with minimal supervision, work successfully in a fast-paced environment and apply sound judgment to problem solving

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree AND a minimum of 5 years of related professional experience that includes a background in Supply Chain Management and/or Program/Project Management, OR a Master’s degree AND a minimum of 3 years of related professional experience that includes a background in Supply Chain Management and/or Program/Project Management.


• 1+ years of mentoring, training, managing and/or leading people


• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security DOD clearance and Program clearance


• US Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Import / Export (ITAR) experience for movement of materials and technology


• Experience with SAP procurement systems


• Prior or current Government or Aerospace buying experienceor level employees


• Experience with FAR/DFAR


• Experience with CPSR and government audits

Primary Level Salary Range: $110,000.00 - $165,000.00

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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.