Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems sector is currently seeking an Associate Supply Chain Procurement Specialist to join our team of diverse professionals in Oklahoma City, OK.
Sources and procures goods and services of a commodity nature from many suppliers. 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. Issues purchase orders. 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. Employs sound business practices and assesses supplier performance as part of follow-up activities. Ensures that appropriate documentation is provided to logistics/transportation & warehouse organization so that proper receipt is recorded. Reviews and approves supplier payment as needed. Utilizes process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency and continuous improvement.
Basic Qualifications Associate Supply Chain Procurement Specialist Level 1:
- Bachelor’s degree or High School Diploma/GED with 4 years related experience in lieu of degree
- 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
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S Government Secret security clearance within a reasonable amount of time as deemed appropriate by the company to meet business objectives.
- US Citizenship required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with aircraft maintenance activities under US Govt. prime contracts to include spares procurement and movement.
- Knowledge of FAR/DFAR
- Knowledge of CPSR and government audits
- Import / Export (ITAR) experience for movement of materials and technology
- Familiar with SAP and/or Maximo procurement systems
- Active U.S Government Secret or Top Secret Clearance
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