Secret Clearance Subcontract Specialist — 25% Travel

Northrop Grumman; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. is seeking a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist in Jacksonville, FL to develop subcontract specifications, prepare bid packages, and manage subcontracts.

The role requires an active DOD Secret clearance and involves close collaboration with contracts, engineering, and procurement teams. The position emphasizes cost reduction, supplier quality, and adherence to FAR/DFAR and ITAR guidelines, with strong emphasis on documentation and compliance.

Qualifications

• Must be able to prioritize multiple responsibilities and/or accomplish them simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize Microsoft Office to create spreadsheets, documents, presentations (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with government procurement practices is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for procurement of services and materials.
• Prepare bid packages, conduct bidders conferences, analyze proposals, negotiate subcontracts, and administer resulting subcontracts.
• Coordinate and collaborate with contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, and end-users.
• Identify strategies to reduce cost and improve efficiency through negotiations and supplier development.
• Review and approve supplier payments and manage performance of subcontracts in compliance with laws and company policies.

Skills

Prioritization

Negotiation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Northrop Grumman Corp. is seeking a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist in Jacksonville, FL to develop subcontract specifications, prepare bid packages, and manage subcontracts.

The role requires an active DOD Secret clearance and involves close collaboration with contracts, engineering, and procurement teams. The position emphasizes cost reduction, supplier quality, and adherence to FAR/DFAR and ITAR guidelines, with strong emphasis on documentation and compliance.