Sr Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist
About The Position
Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced professional to join the Category Management Team within the Mission Systems Sector. The team supports core technologies used across major systems. The position may be based in Linthicum, Maryland; San Diego or Woodland Hills, California; or Rolling Meadows, Illinois, and follows a hybrid schedule. The role supports the full subcontract acquisition process, including preparation and execution of a mixed portfolio of subcontracts in compliance with company policies and procedures. The specialist supports procurement activities and provides contractual support and documentation to suppliers for proposals and programs. The work also involves cross-functional activities such as strategic analysis, complex negotiations, materials planning, procurement execution and award, finance, and internal customer service.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and at least 8 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Subcontracts/Procurement, Program/Project Management, Manufacturing/Operations, Customer Service, or Business Management; or a master's degree and at least 6 years of experience in one or more of these fields.
- Experience with the MS Office suite.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
- Travel up to 10% of the time.
Nice To Haves
- SAP experience.
- Experience at government contractors.
- Experience with FAR/DFAR.
- Experience with multiple contracting formats, including Firm Fixed Price and/or Cost Reimbursable.
- Experience with Long Term Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements, and Overriding Terms and Conditions.
- Negotiation experience.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and execute a mixed portfolio of subcontracts in compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Develop work specifications and solicitations or bid packages, evaluate proposals, negotiate prices and terms, and develop contractual documentation.
- Conduct post-award subcontract administration.
- Support cross-functional activities including strategic analysis, complex negotiations, materials planning, procurement execution and award, finance, and internal customer service.
- Execute major procurement activities and provide contractual support and documentation to suppliers for proposals and programs.
- Make timely, sound decisions and apply compliance protocols in a regulated industry.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Savings plan.
- Company-paid holidays.
- Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
- Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
