Northrop Grumman Aeronautics systems Sector is seeking a Principle Supply Chain Business Operations/Compliance specialist Level 3 or 4 to join the team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position is on the GSC Compliance Team and may be located in one of the following locations: Melbourne, Fla, San Diego, Ca, or Clearfield, Utah. There may be a 10% travel required between multiple sites and locations.
Responsible for processes and activities within supply chain related operations and/or compliance such as regulatory compliance, systems and technology, data analytics and performance, international supply chain, operational excellence and supply base diversity. Manages, develops or supports strategic direction and tactical execution of governance (policy, procedure, processes, etc.), priorities, initiatives and related activities.
Note: *** This position consists of In-house Classified area support***
The successful candidate will perform PACE audits, provide compliance support to the procurement organization, review procedures, support the training team with compliance guidance, support annual customer audits, and interface with Supply Chain Management processes and personnel at all levels to ensure the success in sector compliance.
Responsibilities include the audit of procurement packages, support sector customer audits, review procedures for accuracy and any needed clarification, compliance support in training classes, mentoring procurement employees in compliance, remain up to date in FAR/DFAR regulations, Terms and Conditions Contract Instructions and Addenda clauses.
Successful candidate must remain up to date in FAR/DFAR regulations, Terms and Conditions, Program addenda clauses, sector procedures, develop in-house programs and practices to identify developmental needs, including preparing personnel for positions of increasing responsibility and increasing personnel effectiveness in present assignments. SAP knowledge a plus.
Candidate must have experience in Global Supply Chain roles. Position requires coordination and collaboration with key stakeholders to include, but not limited to, Contracts, Engineering, Quality, Strategic Sourcing, Planning, Operations and Program Management. Prior hands-on management of suppliers / subcontracts for both US Government and non-US Government programs.
Basic Qualifications Level 3:
Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience, a Master’s degree with 3 years of experience or a PHD with 1 years of experience. Experience must be related to Procurement, Subcontracts, Peer Review of Packages and/or Audits, Organization Effectiveness, and/or other related industry experience.
Prior experience in audit (internal or external) reviews.
Experience with procurement / subcontracts.
Knowledge of terms and conditions, and program contract flow-downs (FAR/DFAR regulations).
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S Government Secret level (or above) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as deemed appropriate by the company to meet business objectives.
Basic Qualifications Level 4:
Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience, a Master’s degree with 6 years of experience or a PHD with 4 years of experience. Experience must be related to Procurement, Subcontracts, Peer Review of Packages and/or Audits, Organization Effectiveness, and/or other related industry experience.
Prior experience in audit (internal or external) reviews.
Experience with procurement / subcontracts.
Knowledge of terms and conditions, and program contract flow-downs (FAR/DFAR regulations).
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S Government Secret level (or above) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as deemed appropriate by the company to meet business objectives.
Preferred Qualifications:
Working knowledge of SAP.
Prior experience working with suppliers/subcontracts for both US Government and non-US Government programs as a Buyer or SCA.
An Active Current U.S Government Secret level Clearance
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree with 5 years of related experience, master's degree with 3 years, or PhD with 1 year for Level 3
- Bachelor's degree with 8 years of related experience, master's degree with 6 years, or PhD with 4 years for Level 4
- Prior experience conducting internal or external audits
- Experience with procurement or subcontracts
- Knowledge of terms and conditions and program contract flow-downs, including FAR and DFAR regulations
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance
- Global Supply Chain experience
- Hands-on management of suppliers or subcontracts for U.S. Government and non-U.S. Government programs
- Working knowledge of SAP
- Prior experience as a Buyer or SCA working with suppliers or subcontracts for government and commercial programs
- Active current U.S. Government Secret clearance
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