Northrop Grumman Enterprise Global Supply Chain (EGSC) is seeking a Senior Principal Supply Chain Business Operations/Compliance Specialist to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be FT remote and can be performed anywhere within the continental United States. Telework arrangements are subject to change based on the needs of the business.
The Sr Principal Supply Chain Business Operations Compliance Specialist will be positioned under Regulatory Compliance and will be responsible for all processes and activities within global supply chain related to Commercial Determinations.
Responsibilities:
- Audit commercial documentation to ensure compliance with Northrop Grumman’s Government Procurement Manual and Federal Acquisition Regulations related to commercial Products/Services.
- Provide subject matter expertise in all aspects of Global Supply Chain (GSC) Compliance
- Supports CPSR Audits
- Knowledge with ERP systems, specifically SAP and Costpoint
- Successful candidate must remain up to date in FAR/DFARS regulations, Terms and Conditions, and Procurement Manuals.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years experience in Global Supply Chain OR Master's degree and 6+ years experience in Global Supply Chain.
- Experience in United States Government Global Supply Chain.
- Experience reviewing or performing Commercial Determinations.
- Experience with Microsoft Office tool suite; especially PowerPoint, Word, and Excel and other tools as necessary.
- Knowledge and understanding of all Regulatory Compliance areas.
- Experience interfacing with all levels of employees and Leadership.
- Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks within critical deadlines.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills, as well as project management, analytical, planning and presentation skills are required.
- Demonstrated ability to build and foster effective relationships with others.
- Excellent problem solving and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience reviewing Commercial Determinations in accordance with internal procedures and federal regulations.
- Candidates should have the ability to obtain, and maintain, a DOD Secret level security clearance as a condition of continued employment.
- Experience in company operating element policies and procedures.
- Experience in the company’s internal audit process, Contractor Purchasing Analysis and Compliance Evaluation process or equivalent.
- Previous experience supporting cross functional teams.
- Experience reviewing Drawings, Specs, SOWs.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree and 8+ years experience in Global Supply Chain OR Master's degree and 6+ years experience in Global Supply Chain
- Experience in United States Government Global Supply Chain
- Experience reviewing or performing Commercial Determinations
- Knowledge with ERP systems, specifically SAP and Costpoint
- Experience with Microsoft Office tool suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
- Knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance areas (FAR/DFARS, procurement manuals)
- Experience interfacing with all levels of employees and leadership
- Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks within critical deadlines
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication, project management, analytical, planning and presentation skills
- Demonstrated ability to build and foster effective relationships
- Excellent problem solving and organizational skills
- Prior experience reviewing Commercial Determinations in accordance with internal procedures and federal regulations
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret level security clearance
- Experience in company operating element policies and procedures
- Experience in internal audit processes, Contractor Purchasing Analysis and Compliance Evaluation or equivalent
- Previous experience supporting cross-functional teams
- Experience reviewing drawings, specifications, and statements of work (SOWs)
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Retirement Support — 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.
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