Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

Northrop Grumman • Melbourne, FL

2d • $65,500 - $98,300 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is hiring an on-site Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist in Melbourne, Florida, to support its Global Supply Chain team and classified defense programs. The role sources and procures specialized goods and services, manages supplier contracts, and oversees source selection from proposal through contract execution. The specialist works with stakeholders across contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, programs, and end users.

The specialist develops subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions; prepares bid packages; conducts bidder conferences; evaluates proposals; negotiates provisions; selects or recommends subcontractors; writes awards; and administers subcontracts. The role also monitors supplier quality, reliability, delivery performance, and compliance; manages supplier performance and strategic relationships; reviews supplier payments as needed; and uses tools such as Lean Six Sigma to improve quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement. The position is on-site with no teleworking available, follows a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off, and may involve travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of experience, a Master’s degree, or at least 6 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience in Subcontracts, Procurement, Contracts, Finance, Business Management, or Project Management.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Clearance and Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable amount of time determined by business needs.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Business, Global Supply Chain, or Project Management.
• Presentation skills.
• Negotiating skills.
• Working-level knowledge of Business Law.
• Risk mitigation experience.
• Special Program Access.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure specialized goods and services, managing supplier contracts and source selection from proposal through execution.
• Coordinate with contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, programs, 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, write awards, and administer subcontracts.
• Evaluate and monitor supplier quality, reliability, and ability to meet delivery schedules in conjunction with the quality organization.
• Identify cost-reduction, efficiency, and risk-management opportunities through strategic and targeted negotiations.
• Manage subcontract performance and ensure compliance with public law, company and business policies and procedures, and import/export regulations.
• Assess supplier performance, provide appropriate documentation to logistics, transportation, and warehouse organizations, and ensure proper receipt is recorded.
• Manage and develop strategic and key suppliers.
• 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.
• Depending on the position, eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

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