Manager Procurement - Oklahoma , OK

Job 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 are making history.

Location:

Oklahoma City, OK (remote option available). Travel: 50% of the time.

Primary Level Salary Range: $ – $.

• Proficient in the procurement process, including source selection, price analysis, negotiations, and risk management.
• Possess outstanding written and verbal communication skills and be extremely organized.
• Quickly identify and communicate risk and opportunity.
• Have a clear understanding of established processes and procedures.
• Align team goals to sector and division objectives.
• Effectively manage a supply base by evaluating supplier delivery, quality, and cost performance.
• Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships.
• Supervise release of RFQs for LTA and high-dollar purchase requisitions.

High School/GED.

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree with 7 years of experience, or a Master’s Degree with 5 years of experience, or a High School Diploma/Equivalency with 11 years of combined experience in subcontracts management, business management, procurement, program management, contracts management, or global supply chain.
• Must have 3 years of people leadership experience.
• Must have an understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and DFARs.
• At minimum, an active DoD Secret level clearance is required to apply and to start the role, with the ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access within a reasonable time.

• MBA or Masters in Supply Chain Management.
• International Buying Certification.
• Leadership development certification.
• Ability to deal effectively with competing priorities and deadlines while managing multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment, demonstrating core values of the company.
• Project Management experience with a clear understanding of establishing and maintaining schedules.
• Experience building and/or leading teams, interacting with multifunctional roles/departments.
• Experience with leading system and/or organizational transitions.

• Job Code:  
• Affiliate Sponsor:
  Northrop Grumman
• Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job Function:
  Purchasing and Supply Chain
• Clearance Type:
  Secret
• Relocation Assistance:
  None
• City:
  Oklahoma City
• State:
  Oklahoma

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On‑Site" at the location detailed in the job.

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