Repair Buyer / Principal Repair Buyer

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: No

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.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we'll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you'll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector is seeking a Repair Buyer /Principal Repair Buyer to join our Life Cycle Sustainment Organization (LCSO) located in Elkridge, MD.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Life Cycle Sustainment Organization (LCSO) is engaged in the evaluation, repair, and upgrade of our sustainment systems.

What you'll get to do:
Negotiate quotations and place compliant purchase orders for repair of returned units
Function as liaison between company and suppliers, contact suppliers to ensure customer property and equipment are evaluated, repaired, and delivered on promised dates, determine when deliveries may be delayed and communicate to internal customers, maintain records and follow-up files of purchases, shipments, returns and related matters, approve invoices
Extract, monitor, analyze, and validate data information from multiple sources
Develop engaging and collaborative relationships with suppliers and internal partners/customers to drive problem resolution
Manage supplier quality and performance to support customer turnaround times
Report out on monthly metrics to leadership
Support various DOD and commercial customers in a depot environment



Skills for Success:
High level of attention to detail
Demonstrated leadership, critical thinking and innovative behaviors in past projects, roles or experiences
Self-motivated multi-tasker with ability to effectively manage changing and conflicting priorities and resolve appropriately in a challenging environment
Proactive, analytical troubleshooter/problem-solver
Ability to communicate clearly and successfully



Basic Qualifications (Repair Buyer)
Bachelor's degree plus 3 years, or Master's degree plus 1 year experience in Procurement/Purchasing/Sourcing or closely related field in a manufacturing environment
Experience placing purchase orders and managing suppliers
MRP/ERP business system experience
Proficiency in MS Office suite with emphasis on strong Excel/data analysis skills
U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance



Basic Qualifications (Principal Repair Buyer)
Bachelor's degree plus 6 years, or Master's degree plus 4 years' experience in Procurement/Purchasing/Sourcing or closely related field in a manufacturing environment
Experience placing purchase orders and managing suppliers
MRP/ERP business system experience
Proficiency in MS Office suite with emphasis on strong Excel/data analysis skills
U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance



Preferred Qualifications:
Degree in Supply Chain Management
APICS/ASCM CPIM or IPM CPSM certification
SAP experience, preferably in procurement modules
Knowledge of FAR/DFAR, familiarity with terms and conditions, demonstrated negotiation experience
Proficiency with Northrop Grumman tools related to function (GOLD, ISE/CADSTAR)



What We Can Offer You:

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts



Link to Benefits: https://totalrewards.northropgrumman.com/

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MANUMS

Northrop Grumman has approximately 90,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 27 countries. We strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs, and services in the world.

Our Values. The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values. They describe our company as we want it to be. We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates long-term benefits for shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve.

Our Responsibility. At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest of ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world.

Salary Range: $62,600.00 - $93,800.00Salary Range 2: $77,000.00 - $115,400.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.