Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

Northrop Grumman

86d • $91,200 - $136,800

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 Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist to join our Global Supply Chain team of qualified, diverse individuals. Location: Onsite in El Segundo, CA Schedule: 9/80 work schedule – with every other Friday OFF! Extras: Opportunities for occasional travel and excellent career growth potential.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with at least 5 years of experience, a Master’s degree with at least 3 years' experience OR 9 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience must be in Subcontracts Management, Contracts management, Proposal Price/Cost Analysis, Procurement, Program or Project management, Advanced Planning/MRP, and/or Strategic Sourcing.
• Experience with SAP/ MRP or related business application software.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the business needs.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Familiarity with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations) and DFARS.
• Working knowledge of FAR and DFARS regulations.
• Supplier selection/management experience on US Government contract(s).
• Subcontracting experience with aircraft production and/or sustainment programs.
• Experience working within a government approved purchasing system.
• Experience working in foreign subcontracts and/or ITAR/EAR experience.
• Familiarity with NGAS Subcontracting terms and conditions.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure complex, specialized goods and services.
• Owns 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.
• Monitor and manage schedule, cost, technical and quality performance of suppliers in support of US Government programs.
• Interface with supplier leadership teams to motivate and drive excellence in performance of contractual requirements.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree