Supply Chain Subcontracts Specialist - Level 2/3

Northrop Grumman; United States; Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector in Utah seeks a Supply Chain Subcontracts Specialist (Level 2/3) to source and manage specialized goods and services. The role supports cradle-to-grave subcontracting, with collaboration across contracts, engineering, and quality teams. Hybrid remote work is available, onsite as needed.

The position requires a degree in business or supply chain and proficiency in MS Office, with eligibility for a U.S. Government Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of cradle to grave subcontract administration.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure specialized goods and services.
• Owns contractual management of the supplier.
• Manage source selection from contract proposal to execution phases.
• Coordinate with contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, program, and end-users.
• Develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms/conditions for procurement of materials/services.
• Prepare RFP packages, evaluate proposals, negotiate terms, and administer subcontracts.
• Monitor supplier quality and reliability; manage delivery schedules.

Skills

Cradle to grave subcontract

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Supply Chain

Master's degree (optional)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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.

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. As a Supply Chain Subcontracts Specialist - Level 2/3, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is located in Promontory or Magna, Utah . FT remote hybrid work is available, but ability to work onsite when needed is mandatory.

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 for Level 2:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field and 2 + years of relevant experience - OR - Master's degree and 1+ year of related experience in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field
• Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree
• Strong knowledge and proven historical performance of cradle to grave subcontract administration
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance (U. S. Citizenship a prerequisite)

Basic Qualifications for Level 3:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field and 5 + years of relevant experience - OR - Master's degree and 3+ year of related experience in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field
• Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree
• Strong knowledge and proven historical performance of cradle to grave subcontract administration
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance (U. S. Citizenship a prerequisite)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with FAR provisions and GSC policies and procedures
• Experience preparing subcontractor Request for Proposal (RFP) packages
• Experience managing subcontracts
• Experience managing various subcontract types (Firm Fixed Price, Cost Plus Incentive or Fixed Fee, Time & Material, Labor Hour, IDIQ, etc)

Primary Level Salary Range: $65,500.00 - $98,300.00

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

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