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Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems sector is currently seeking an Supply Chain Procurement Specialist Level 1 or 2 to join our team of diverse professionals in Oklahoma City, OK.
Sources and procures specialized goods and services. Owns contractual management for the supplier. Responsible for source selection from contract proposal to execution phases. Coordinates and collaborates with key stakeholders such as contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, program and end-users. Develops subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and/or services. Prepares bid packages, conducts bidders conferences, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and administers resulting subcontracts. In conjunction with quality organization, evaluates and monitors supplier quality and reliability, as well as supplier ability to support required delivery schedules. Identifies strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations. Manages performance of subcontracts, 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. Manages and develops strategic/key suppliers. Reviews and approves supplier payment as needed. Utilizes process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency and continuous improvement.
This position may be filled as a Level 1 or Level 2 based on the qualifications outlined below.
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
US Citizenship required
Basic Qualifications Supply Chain Procurement Specialist: Level 2:
Bachelor’s degree and 2 Years of related experience in procurement, government contracts, subcontracts or Masters Degree, or High School Diploma/GED with 6 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
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 Secret or Top Secret Clearance
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or High School Diploma/GED with 4 years related experience (Level 1)
- Bachelor's degree and 2 years related experience, or Master's degree, or High School Diploma/GED with 6 years related experience (Level 2)
- Demonstrated ability to utilize Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to collaborate with program management and multifunctional teams
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Experience with aircraft maintenance activities, spares procurement and movement
- Knowledge of FAR/DFAR
- Knowledge of CPSR and government audits
- Import/Export (ITAR) experience
- Familiarity with SAP and/or Maximo procurement systems
- Active Secret or Top Secret Clearance
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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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