Supply Chain/Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

Northrop Grumman Corp.; El Segundo (CA); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Company holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist to source and manage complex subcontracting activities, including proposal evaluation, negotiation and closeout.

The role partners with legal, contracts, finance, planning, operations, and engineering to ensure on-time delivery and cost control. The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree with experience in Subcontracts/Procurement, familiarity with FAR/DFARS, and SAP/MRP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 2+ years in Subcontracts, Procurement, Contracts, Finance or Program/Project Management.
• Experience with SAP/MRP or related business software.
• Knowledge of FAR and DFARS regulations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure complex, specialized goods and services.
• Own subcontract sourcing, proposal evaluation, negotiation, award, execution, administration and closeout phases.
• Monitor and manage supplier performance across the subcontracting lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS and company policies and procedures.

Skills

Subcontracting

Procurement

Contracts

Finance

Program management

SAP/MRP

Negotiation

Supplier relationships

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

SAP/MRP

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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.Job DescriptionNorthrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist/ Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position is hybrid, reporting in-office every week in El Segundo, California.Able to accommodate an in office schedule.9/80 shift with every other Friday offOpportunities for occasional travelAbout the Role:Source and procure complex, specialized goods and services. Owns 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, 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.Essential Functions:Responsible for subcontract sourcing, proposal evaluation, negotiation, award, execution, administration, and closeout phasesManages supplier performance throughout the subcontracting lifecycleEnsures compliance with all FAR, DFARS and public law requirements, as well as company policies and proceduresIdentifies strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiationsCultivates and maintains strong working relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholdersContributes to Program Risk and Opportunity managementUtilizes process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.Self-Starter with a bias toward action and problem solvingBasic Qualifications:(Subcontract Specialist):Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years experience, Master's degree, or in-lieu of degree with 6 years experience. Experience must be in Subcontracts, Procurement, Contracts, Finance or Program/Project ManagementExperience with SAP/MRP or related business application softwareAbility to obtain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance and Program Special Access within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the Company to meet its business needs(Principal Subcontract Specialist):Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years experience, Master's degree with 3 years experience, or in-lieu of degree with 9 years experience. Experience must be in Subcontracts, Procurement, Contracts, Finance or Program/Project ManagementExperience with SAP/MRP or related business application softwareAbility to obtain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance and Program Special Access within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the Company to meet its business needsPreferred Qualifications:Working knowledge of FAR and DFARS regulationsSupplier selection/management experience on US Government contract(s)Experience working within a government approved purchasing systemFamiliarity with NGAS subcontracting terms and conditionsPrimary Level Salary Range: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00The 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.