Manager Subcontracts 2

Northrop Grumman•San Diego, CA

9d•$146,600 - $219,800•Onsite

About The Position

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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Manager Subcontracts 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Global Supply Chain organization. This leadership role is located onsite in San Diego, CA. The position is full-time on-site with no remote work available. We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

Requirements

Must have a Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 3 years of experience, or a High School Diploma/Equivalency with 9 years of experience in lieu of degree.
Combined experience in any of the following: Subcontracts Management, Procurement, Program Management, Supply Chain Management, or Contracts Management
Must have experience with SAP or related purchasing software
Must have experience in Subcontract Management responsibility
Must have experience conducting oral presentations to executive leadership
Must have 2 years of experience leading a team, process, and/or projects
Must have a current active U.S. Government Top Secret Clearance
Must have the ability to obtain/maintain Program Special Access
U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Nice To Haves

Master Degree in Business, Global Supply Chain or Project Management
Experience with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations) and DFAR
Experience working on high dollar development Subcontracts (i.e. $100M Cost Reimbursable Preferred)
Significant experience conducting oral presentations to senior leadership
Internal Northrop Grumman Subcontracts experience
10 years of DoD Subcontract Management Experience
Knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
Previous CAM Experience or Training
Special Program Access
Risk mitigation experience
Negotiating skills with contract in excess of $100 million
Change Management experience

Responsibilities

Responsible for leading a Subcontracts Team, which includes approximately five to seven Subcontract Specialists, who direct and manage the cost, schedule, and performance requirements of their subcontracts.
Act as the main focal point to the Program for all Major Subcontract related activities within their portfolio, escalating issues to Supplier Senior Level management as needed.
Brief internal executive management and the Customer on the status/issues affecting performance or cost.
Conduct program reviews with the Subcontractor and Program Office.
Ensure all portfolio Subcontracts are meeting Customer, Program, and Company needs.
Manage the personnel on their team – coaching, growing, guiding, and enriching their careers as they manage their subcontracts.
Manage all phases of the Subcontract from initiation of the business case for make or buy decisions, market research, single/sole source determinations, request for proposals, commercial item determinations, source selection decision, proposal evaluations, negotiation strategy, awarding subcontracts, and execution of technical, cost and performance requirements.
Coordinate and collaborate with key partners such as contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, program and end-users.
Manage preparation of bid packages, support bidders’ conferences, analyze and evaluate proposals, negotiate subcontract provisions, select or recommend subcontractors, write awards, and administer resulting subcontracts.
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 the portfolio, ensure compliance with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations.
Employ sound business practices and assess supplier performance as part of follow-up activities.
Manage and develop strategic/key suppliers.
Uphold the highest ethical standards and facilitate a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team.
Hold yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results.
Operate as OneNG and remove barriers for your teams.
Set a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.