Manage a mixed portfolio of subcontracts and procurements: prepare RFQs, evaluate proposals, negotiate POs and terms, administer post-award contracts, ensure compliance with laws and company policies, optimize cost and supplier performance, and manage supplier relationships to completion.
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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.
As a Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist, you join a team dedicated to supporting the warfighter. You will further the success of our programs to help Northrop Grumman leave the boundaries of what's known and solve tomorrow's problems. In this role you will work on sending Request for Quotes (RFQ’s) and negotiating purchase orders (PO), while managing orders to completion and building relationships with our suppliers. Be a part of a team that not only fosters open communication of ideas but encourages innovation at every level. This position is located in Buffalo, NY.
The Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist responsibilities will include:
- Preparing and executing a mixed portfolio of subcontracts and procurements
- Managing performance of subcontracts, ensures compliance with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations.
- Identifying strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations.
- Understanding the buyer and seller’s roles to establish mutually successful business arrangements
- Specifying solicitations and bid packages
- Evaluating proposals and negotiating prices/terms
- Developing and administrating contractual documentation and post awards
- Leveraging your skill and talents throughout this role
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Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in one or more of the following: Subcontracts, Contracts, Proposal Price/Cost analysis, Procurement, Program Management, Supply Chain, Project Management, and/or Strategic Sourcing
- Experience with SAP or other ERP systems
- US Citizenship
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations) and DFARS
- Supplier selection/management experience on US Government contract(s).
- Experience working within a government approved purchasing system.
- Experience with management of complex subcontracts.
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