Sr Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

Northrop Grumman Corporation; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering firm that is at the forefront of technological advancements, impacting lives globally. This role as a Sr. Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist offers the chance to engage in complex negotiations and manage subcontract activities within a dynamic team. Embrace the opportunity to develop innovative solutions in a hybrid work environment, while contributing to significant projects that shape the future. With a commitment to employee growth and a comprehensive benefits package, this role promises a fulfilling career path with ample opportunities for professional development and networking.

Benefits

Health Plan

Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Training and Development

9/80 Work Schedule

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in supply chain or procurement.
• Proficiency in MS Office and experience with SAP.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage subcontract activities and compliance with regulations.
• Negotiate contracts and prepare bid packages.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across various functions.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Compliance Knowledge (FAR/DFARS)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

SAP

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description 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 - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. 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 — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced and motivated professional for the role of a Sr. Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist (Band 4) with experiences in supply chain management, or related fields, to include business and contracts administration. The successful applicant will become a part of Northrop Grumman’s Network Information Solutions BU (NIS) within the Mission Systems Sector, Secure Processing OU which is engaged throughout all aspects of the core technologies used within our major systems.

This position is hybrid 2-5 days onsite for either San Diego OR Maryland location.

What You’ll get to Do: The full range of the subcontract acquisition process including preparation, solicitation, and execution of a mixed portfolio of subcontracts while ensuring compliance to company policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will understand the buyer and the seller roles in establishing mutually successful business arrangements, with experiences in work specifications and solicitations/bid packages, proposal evaluation, price and term negotiations, development of contractual documentation and post award administration.

Candidates must be able to make sound decisions in a timely manner, Strong verbal and written communication skills, display strong interpersonal skills, and have an agile perspective of compliance protocol mandated by regulated industry.

Within the NIS organization the candidate will support a team-based organization and perform activities in a variety of cross-functional areas including but not limited to strategic analysis, complex negotiations, materials planning, procurement execution/award, finance, and internal customer service. Ideal candidates are generally experienced in one or more areas of the procurement or contractual function(s), developing business relationships, and demonstrating an affinity for working with, or understanding both manufacturing and technology.

This position is responsible for executing major subcontract activities and providing contractual support and documentation to suppliers in support of multiple programs.

Description:

• Attend Proposal meetings in support of various program.
• Supports the development of subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and/or services.
• Responsible for source selection from contract proposal to execution phases.
• Coordinates and collaborates with key stakeholders such as contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, program, and end-users.
• Prepares bid packages, conducts bidders’ conferences, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects, or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and administers resulting subcontracts.
• In conjunction with quality organization, evaluates and monitors supplier quality and reliability, as well as supplier ability to support required delivery schedules.
• Identifies strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations.
• Manages performance of subcontracts, ensures compliance with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations.
• Employs sound business practices and assesses supplier performance as part of follow-up activities.
• Manage suppliers forecasts and approves supplier payment as needed.
• Utilizes process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Executes teaming agreements and non-disclosure agreements, which may include several parties.
• Negotiates and coordinates additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts.
• Reads, interprets, and implements written procedures to maintain compliance.

Role requirements:

• Negotiate with both large businesses and small businesses on a variety of complex-type contracts.
• Must have an understanding and application of principles, concepts, industry practices, and standards.
• Independently demonstrates the skill and ability to perform complex professional tasks.
• Contributes to the development of new concepts, techniques, and standards.
• Able to communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings.
• Able to be creative in finding solutions to resolve issues.
• Develop solutions to complex problems, which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation. Ensures solutions are consistent with organization objectives.
• Attend program meetings/present if required.
• Must be able to work independently and have strong organizational skills.
• FAR/DFARS processes and/or procedures required to be followed for the compliance of the subcontracts.
• Must be able to obtain a Clearance.

Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist (Band 4):

A candidate, regardless of age and hiring source, must meet ALL of the below criteria.

• 8+ years of supply chain, procurement, business management and/or related experience with a Bachelor’s degree, or 6+ years of supply chain, procurement, business management and/or related with a Master’s Degree or 12+ years of supply chain experience in leu of a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Experience as a team lead in current or past projects.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite
• Us Citizenship
• The ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications for Sr. Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist:

• Professional experience in a regulated industry; to include Aerospace & Defense, Financial Services, Telecommunications, and Manufacturing.
• SAP experience (ERP1/ERP2)
• Experience with FAR/DFARS
• Demonstrated experience with multiple contracting formats, including Firm Fixed Price and/or Cost Reimbursable,
• Experience with terms and conditions, mitigating terms and/or special contract clauses/types such as: long term agreements and intellectual property agreements.
• Demonstrated negotiation experience

What We Can Offer You
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Salary Range: $108,400.00 - $170,300.00 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. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.