Supply Chain Procurement Specialist Level 2 and Level 3
Northrop Grumman • California, United States • Full Time • $62,700–$94,100 / year
Posted on Tue, Sep 1, 2026
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.Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems Sector is currently seeking a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.
This is a fully remote position.
Job Description
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:
Procurement Specialist (Level 2):
- Bachelors degree with 2 years of experience working with supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, government procurement. Masters degree with experience working with supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, government procurement.
- Procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
- Must have U.S Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
- Ability to obtain Special Program Access
Procurement Specialist (Level 3):
- Bachelors degree with 5 years of experience working with supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, government procurement. Masters degree with 3 years of experience working with supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, government procurement. PhD and 1 year experience working with supply chain management, business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, government procurement.
- Procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
- Must have U.S Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
- Ability to obtain Special Program Access
Preferred Qualifications:
- Background in government procurement with familiarity of FAR/DFARS
- Experience with SAP or similar ERP system
- Experience in supporting different contract types including cost types and all aspects of contract management from contract award through contract closeout.
- Experience with negotiating terms and conditions in a corporate setting
- Experience with Government purchasing and contracting
- Experience analyzing data to formulate and execute effective negotiation strategies.
- Experience providing effective communication to internal/external customers that identify risks, issues, impacts, and recommendations.
- Business or Supply Chain Management degree
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