Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist - Melbourne FL

VetJobs; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist to join our on-site team in Melbourne, FL. The role focuses on sourcing specialized goods, contract ownership, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and compliance.

This is an on-site opportunity in Melbourne with a 9/80 schedule, occasional travel, and strong growth potential. Candidates must be able to obtain a U.S. Secret clearance and have relevant procurement experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 2 years of experience, a Master’s Degree or at least 6 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience must be in Subcontracts, Procurement, Contracts, Finance, Business Management or Project Management.
• Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Secret Clearance and Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable amount of time deemed by business needs.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure specialized goods and services.
• Own contractual management for the supplier and oversee source selection from proposal to execution.
• Coordinate with contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, program and end-users.

Skills

Negotiating skills

Presentation skills

Risk mitigation

Business law knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is 'On-Site' at the location detailed in the job post.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

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.

This position description does not represent a current opening but may be used to identify candidates with skills and experience for positions within Northrop Grumman that frequently become available. Candidates who express an interest may be considered for future positions at Northrop Grumman.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals on-site in Melbourne, FL.

Location: Melbourne, FL

Schedule: 9/80 work schedule – with every other Friday OFF! No teleworking available

Team: Global Supply Chain

Extras: Opportunities for occasional travel and excellent career growth potential

Our Team

This is an opportunity to join a team on the cutting edge of tomorrow’s defense technologies. Work onsite in a collaborative and dynamic environment where new challenges are the norm!

On-site in Melbourne you will have the opportunity to support our nation’s classified, top-priority programs, developing and building our next-generation airborne defense solutions for our country.

About The Role

Sources and procures specialized goods and services. Owns contractual management for 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 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. 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.

Auto req ID

484223BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience, a Master’s Degree OR at least 6 years of experience in lieu of a degree

Experience must be in Subcontracts, Procurement, Contracts, Finance, Business Management or Project Management

Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Secret Clearance and Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable amount of time deemed by business needs

Preferred Qualifications (Subcontract Specialist)

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

Presentation skills

Negotiating skills

Working level knowledge of Business Law

Risk mitigation experience

Special Program Access

Primary Level Salary Range

$65,500.00 - $98,300.00

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.

City*

Melbourne

State*

Florida

Job_Category

Supply Chain

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

Northrop Grumman