Staff Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

Northrop Grumman • Melbourne, FL

5d • $126,400 - $189,600 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is hiring a Staff Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist to work onsite in Melbourne, Florida, as part of its Global Supply Chain team. The role supports classified, high-priority defense programs and the development of next-generation airborne defense solutions. The work schedule is 9/80, with every other Friday off; telework is not available. Occasional travel may be required, and relocation assistance may be available.

The specialist sources and procures specialized goods and services and manages supplier contracts from source selection and proposal through execution. The role develops subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions; prepares bid packages; conducts bidders conferences; evaluates proposals; negotiates provisions; selects or recommends subcontractors; prepares awards; and administers subcontracts. The specialist collaborates with contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, program teams, and end users.

The position also evaluates and monitors supplier quality, reliability, and delivery capability; identifies cost-reduction, efficiency, and risk-management opportunities; manages subcontract performance and strategic suppliers; ensures compliance with public laws, company policies, procedures, and import/export regulations; assesses supplier performance; coordinates documentation for receiving and logistics; reviews and approves supplier payments as needed; and uses tools such as Lean Six Sigma to promote quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 12 years of experience, master’s degree with 10 years, Ph.D. with 8 years, or 16 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience in Subcontracts, Purchasing, Contracts, Project Management, Business Management, or Finance Management.
• Experience working with SAP or related business application software.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Working-level knowledge of FAR/DFARS or business law.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Government Acquisitions, Contract Management, Project Management, Business Management, Finance Management, or a similar field.
• Negotiating skills with contracts in excess of $100 million.
• Experience conducting written and oral presentations to senior leadership.
• Working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Experience or training as a Control Account Manager (CAM).
• Working-level knowledge of risk mitigation and change management.
• In-scope DOD Secret Security Clearance or higher granted or renewed within the past 6 years.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure specialized goods and services and manage supplier contracts from proposal through execution.
• Coordinate with contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, program teams, and end users.
• Develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for specialized materials, equipment, and services.
• Prepare bid packages, conduct bidders conferences, analyze and evaluate proposals, negotiate subcontract provisions, select or recommend subcontractors, prepare awards, and administer subcontracts.
• Evaluate and monitor supplier quality, reliability, and ability to meet delivery schedules in conjunction with the quality organization.
• Identify strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency, and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations.
• Manage subcontract performance and ensure compliance with public law requirements, company and business policies and procedures, and import/export regulations.
• Assess supplier performance as part of follow-up activities and manage and develop strategic or key suppliers.
• Provide appropriate documentation to logistics, transportation, and warehouse organizations to ensure proper receipt is recorded.
• Review and approve supplier payments as needed.
• Use process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance may be available.
• 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, depending on the position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior