Sr. Subcontracts Manager

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems - Propulsion Systems is the world's top producer of solid rocket propulsion systems, a leading provider of small and micro-satellites, satellite components and subsystems, missile defense and strategic missile propulsion, a leading producer of lightweight space deployable and solar arrays. The firm is dedicated to being pioneers heading the front of technology and space program expansion and values driven individuals committed to the same vision.

The Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems business unit is recruiting for a Sr. Manager, Subcontracts who is responsible for managing a department responsible for subcontracts for construction projects, facility equipment, program tooling, MRO, and other indirect sourcing needs to support rocket motor manufacturing. Promontory, UT facility is the preferred location but will consider Magna, UT for the right candidate.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a department of approximately 30 people including two managers and 8 to 10 buyers
• Oversee supplier performance including on time delivery, cost, and technical requirements for all indirect spend and program tooling for the business unit that includes scope ranging from MRO items to major construction purchase orders/subcontracts
• Manage subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and/or services.
• Leads organization to prepare bid packages, conduct bidders conferences, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects or recommends subcontractors, and administers resulting subcontracts.
• Monitor and track key performance metrics for supplier performance; implement and drive corrective actions where necessary
• Ensure that team is compliant with subcontracting policies and procedures
• Responsible for capital spend subcontracts to meet schedule and cost requirements for the business unit
• Acts as the main focal point for other functional managers and buyers; conducts reviews with subcontractors and the program office where necessary
• Leads the development, objectives, and long-term strategy for the indirect and tooling spend categories of the organization.  Works with cross functional organizations to meet objectives and provide support for subcontracting needs.

Expected Requirements / Technical Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience
• 10+ years managing a department of subcontract/procurement managers and buyers
• Skilled and comfortable leading and managing construction and facility subcontracts
• Experience managing subcontractors on complex programs with responsibility for cost, schedule, and scope
• Experience implementing and executing sourcing strategies to meet business objectives
• Ability to own and manage complex objectives with little oversight or direction
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate feedback in a manner that fosters collaboration, trust, and builds positive relationships
• Ability to work in an integrated team environment and influence change
• Experience developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies
• Ability and comfort level to evaluate complex issues and make decisions that have high level of visibility and have significant impacts to the business
• Ability to work in a face paced environment where unexpected requirements often arise that require swift and thorough action
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance

Preferred Requirements / Technical Skills:

• Master of Business Administration
• Capability to read technical drawings and documents
• Background in managing subcontracts supporting major construction and facility projects
• History of implementing sourcing initiatives that improve efficiency by reducing total cost of ownership
• Strong background in ERP/MRP systems
• Ability to communicate complex technical information to suppliers and internal customers
• Understanding of the manufacturing requirements related to solid rocket motor manufacturing
• Hold an active DoD Security Clearance

Salary Range: $114,900.00 - $212,900.00

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.