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Northrop Grumman

Sr Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

Northrop Grumman, Melbourne, Florida, United States, 32935


Requisition ID: R10173882

Category:

Global Supply Chain

Location:

Melbourne, Florida, United States of America

Clearance Type:

Secret

Telecommute:

No - Teleworking not available for this position

Shift:

1st Shift (United States of America)

Travel Required:

Yes, 25% of the Time

Relocation Assistance:

Relocation assistance may be available

Positions Available:

1

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. 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.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a

Senior Principal Subcontract Specialist

to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.

Location:

Melbourne, FL

Schedule:

9/80 work schedule – with every other Friday OFF!

Team:

Global Supply Chain

Extras:

Opportunities for occasional travel and excellent career growth potential

About the Role:

The Subcontract Specialist should have experience sourcing and procuring complex, specialized goods and services as well as owning the 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. As part of a cross-functional team, the candidate will monitor and manage schedule, cost, technical and quality performance of suppliers in support of US Government programs. Subcontract Specialists will interface with supplier leadership teams to motivate and drive excellence in performance of contractual requirements.

The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, diverse assignments, and collaborative team settings across all levels.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 8 years' experience OR a master’s degree and a minimum of 6 years' experience; minimum of 12 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Years of experience must be in Subcontracts, Procurement or Contracts.

Experience with SAP or related business application software.

Familiarity with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations) and DFARS.

Possess active, in-scope DOD Secret Security Clearance or higher that has been granted/renewed within the past 6 years.

Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in Business, Global Supply Chain or Project Management.

Experience working on high dollar development Subcontracts (i.e., $100M Cost Reimbursable Preferred).

Negotiating skills with contracts in excess of $100 million.

Experience conducting oral presentations to senior leadership.

Previous Team Lead or Management experience.

Knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS).

Previous Control Account Manager (CAM) experience or training.

Working Level Knowledge of Business Law.

Risk mitigation experience.

Change Management experience.

Salary Range:

$95,000 - $142,400

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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