Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

About the role

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal (Level 3) Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist for their Division, Weapon Systems within the Defense Systems Sector. This role will be 100% remote.

Responsibilities

• Develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of services, specialized materials, and/or equipment
• Prepare bid packages, conduct bidders conferences, analyze and evaluate proposals, perform price/cost analysis, negotiate subcontract provisions, select or recommend subcontractors, write awards, and administer resulting subcontracts
• Ensure appropriate documentation is provided to logistics/transportation & warehouse organizations so that proper receipt is recorded
• Negotiate and coordinate additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts
• Coordinate and collaborate with key stakeholders such as contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, program and end-users
• In conjunction with quality organization, evaluate and monitor supplier quality and reliability, as well as supplier ability to support required delivery schedules
• Identify strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations
• Manage performance of subcontracts, ensure compliance with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations
• Utilize process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency and continuous improvement
• Manage and develop strategic/key suppliers
• Review and approve supplier payments

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree & 5 years of related experience, OR a Master’s degree & 3 years of related experience
• Will consider a High School Diploma & 9 years of related experience in lieu of a degree
• Experience in Subcontracts, Purchasing, Contracts, Finance, or Project Management
• Minimum of 1 year of experience with SAP or related business application software
• Minimum of 1 year of experience with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations) and DFARS
• Ability to collaborate with program management and other multi-functional teams
• Ability to multi-task and make sound decisions in a timely manner
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD secret clearance (US Citizenship required)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree & 5 years of related experience, OR a Master’s degree & 3 years of related experience
• Will consider a High School Diploma & 9 years of related experience in lieu of a degree
• Experience in Subcontracts, Purchasing, Contracts, Finance, or Project Management
• Minimum of 1 year of experience with SAP or related business application software
• Minimum of 1 year of experience with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations) and DFARS
• Ability to collaborate with program management and other multi-functional teams
• Ability to multi-task and make sound decisions in a timely manner
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD secret clearance (US Citizenship required)

Preferred Qualifications

• Past experience performing successfully in a buying, supply chain planning, or supply chain program management role
• Knowledge of U.S. government and industry supply chain practices
• Knowledge of Supply Chain Practices for International procurements under U.S. Government contracts
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in a very fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
• Previous Control Account Manager (CAM) experience or training
• Demonstrated experience with compliance and problem-solving
• Masters degree and 6+ years of supply chain, contracts, business management or related experience
• Negotiating skills with contracts in excess of $10 million
• Risk mitigation experience
• Change Management experience

Pay

Basic Level Salary Range: $85,600.00 - $128,400.00