Sr. Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future 

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 Defense Systems has an opening for a Senior Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist to join our Global Supply Chain team.

Essential Functions:

• 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

About the Role:

• Subcontract Specialists should have experience sourcing and procuring complex, specialized goods and services as well as owns the contractual management for the supplier

• Responsible for subcontract sourcing, proposal evaluation, negotiation, award, execution, administration, and closeout phases

• Coordinates and collaborates with key stakeholders such as legal, contracts, finance, planning, operations, program management, engineering, and quality

• As part of a cross-functional team, candidate will monitor and manage schedule, cost, technical and quality performance of suppliers in support of US Government programs

• Subcontract Specialists will interface with supplier leadership teams to motivate and drive excellence in performance of contractual requirements

​Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 8 years' experience OR a Master’s Degree and a minimum of 6 years' experience; minimum of 12 years' of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

• Years of experience must be in Subcontracts, Purchasing, Procurement, Contracts, Finance, Business Management or Project Management

• Experience with SAP or related business application software

• Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and associated Federal Contracting regulations

• Ability to collaborate with program management and other multi-functional teams

• Ability to multi-task and make sound decisions in a timely manner

• Demonstrated ability to work in a very fast paced environment

• Ability to obtain and/or transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government Secret clearance, and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working on high dollar development Subcontracts

• Experience conducting oral presentations to senior leadership

• Previous Team Lead or Management experience

• Knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS)

• Risk mitigation experience

• Change Management experience

• Experience with different contract types: Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Time and Material (T&M), Cost Reimbursable (CR) "No Fee", Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)

Primary Level Salary Range: $101,400.00 - $160,200.00

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.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 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.