Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist Level 2 or Level 3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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.

Join a diverse workforce engaged in supporting large, complex, and challenging national defense programs that secure our nation and its allies. The Space Surveillance and Environmental Intelligence (SSEI) and Mission Control Systems (MCS) Operating Unit Global Supply Chain Manager is seeking a highly motivated Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist Level 2 or a Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist Level 3 to provide responsible Subcontract Administration support, as well as advice and counsel on a wide range of business issues as a valued member of the subcontracts team. This position can be located in Colorado Springs, CO or Redondo Beach, CA.

The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of subcontracts, provide administrative support within the department and be responsible for developing solutions to a variety of problems of varying scope and complexity under general supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Participating in strategic sourcing decisions and developing teaming agreements

• Preparing requests for proposal consistent with customer solicitations and corporate policies and procedures

• Analyzing and evaluating proposal responses, ensuring that risks and mitigation strategies are identified

• Developing negotiation plans

• Finalizing subcontract terms and conditions

• Prepare justifications and negotiation memorandums and documenting files in preparation for internal and external audits by applying Northrop Grumman values, policies, procedures, and practices

Responsibilities also include metrics, reporting, forecasting, and administering subcontracts from requirements development through closeout.

Ability to collaborate with program managers and other multi-functional teams is a must to ensure delivery of compliant products and services within the technical parameters, cost, and schedules required.

Successful candidate will be required to make decisions in a timely manner, multi-task, have strong interpersonal skills, thorough knowledge of FAR/DFARs, as well as the temperament to work in a fast-paced environment.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of professional experience in Supply Chain Management, or related fields, to include Business and Financial Planning, Contracts Administration, Project Management, Logistics, or Manufacturing; 1 year of experience with a Master’s; in lieu of degree, 7 + years of experience may be considered

• Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of professional experience in Supply Chain Management, or related fields, to include Business and Financial Planning, Contracts Administration, Project Management, Logistics, or Manufacturing; 4 years of experience with a Master’s; in lieu of degree, 10 + years of experience may be considered

• Strong verbal and written communication skills -

• Demonstrated leadership, critical thinking and innovative behaviors in past projects, roles or experiences

• Proficiency in MS Office suite

• Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance

• Experience in Administering high dollar value Subcontracts

Salary Range: $65,500.00 - $108,100.00Salary Range 2: $80,600.00 - $133,100.00

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.