Subcontracts Administrator – Level 3/4

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 81,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Long Term Incentives

Health insurance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced procurement professional to source and manage government subcontracts in Chandler, AZ. You will handle cradle-to-grave administration, proposal preparation, and supplier negotiations, collaborating with contracts, engineering, and quality teams.

The role requires DoD clearance eligibility, strong organizational skills, and a track record in reducing costs while maintaining quality and schedule commitments.

Qualifications

• Experience in cradle-to-grave subcontract administration and government contracting.
• Familiar with FAR provisions and GSC policies and procedures.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
• Strong analytical and negotiation capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure specialized goods and services.
• Own and manage supplier contracts from proposal to execution.
• Coordinate with contracts, engineering, quality, and planning teams.
• Prepare RFP packages, evaluate proposals, and negotiate terms and awards.
• Monitor supplier performance, cost, risk, and delivery schedules.

Skills

Subcontract administration

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

DoD security clearance

Job 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. Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations.

Northrop Grumman's Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams.

Responsibilities

• Successful candidate will source and procures specialized goods and services
• Owns contractual management of the supplier
• 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
• Develops subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and/or services
• Prepares Request for Proposal package, 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 and leads supplier financial forecasting accuracy
• Candidate will also manage performance of subcontracts, ensure 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
• Ensures that appropriate documentation is provided to logistics/transportation & warehouse organization so that proper receipt is recorded
• Manages and develops strategic/key suppliers
• Reviews and approves supplier payment as needed
• Utilizes process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency and continuous improvement.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years of experience in government contracting -OR- Master’s Degree and 3+ years for a level 3
• Bachelor’s Degree and 8+ years of experience in government contracting -OR- Master’s Degree and 6+ years of government contracting experience for a level 4
• Familiar with FAR provisions and GSC policies and procedures
• Ability to obtain & maintain a DoD security clearance (US Citizenship Required)
• Strong knowledge and proven historical performance of cradle to grave subcontract administration
• Experience preparing subcontractor Request for Proposal (RFP) packages and supporting the acquisition process
• Experience preparing and presenting briefings to leadership (internal/external)
• Demonstrated skill and ability to perform professional tasks
• Strong organizational skills
• Problem solving aptitude to develop solutions and drive resolution to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity
• Ability to provide accurate supplier invoice and accrual forecasting
• Ability and willingness to contribute to the completion of organizational projects and goals
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications
• U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• Current & active DoD security clearance
• Experience managing major subcontracts
• Experience managing various subcontract types (Firm Fixed Price, Cost Plus Incentive or Fixed Fee, Time & Material, Labor Hour, IDIQ, etc)

Salary

Primary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $101,400.00 - $152,200.00

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.

Benefits

• Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
• Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.
• 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.
• Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Application Period

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date.

EEO Statement

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.

Location

This position is located in Chandler, AZ. FT remote work is not available.

Additional Information

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Company Culture

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future.

Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.