Supply Chain Subcontracting Specialist/Principal Specialist

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Melbourne
Posted on: August 4, 2022

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.Climb to new heights on your journey when you start Defining Possible with Northrop Grumman. Enjoy a purposeful career in aeronautics that is crucial to the way we connect and protect our world across land, sea, and air. Bring your experience and take advantage of this opportunity to discover how you can start to push past possible and achieve your goals today. Enjoy a diverse, collaborative environment with professionals across the nation ready to help launch your career.Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Supply Chain Subcontracting Specialist/Principal Supply Chain Subcontracting Specialist to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position located in and based out of Melbourne, FL. There is opportunity for this role to work in a hybrid remote work role, but will be required to come to the home office throughout the week as needed and planned in conjunction with direct manager.This opening can be filled at the Specialist (level 2) or Principal Specialist (level 3).In this role, the Supply Chain Subcontracting Specialist/Principal Supply Chain Subcontracting Specialist will be expected to:

• 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 (issues purchase orders or subcontracts through MRP system), 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.Level 2 - Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of related experience, Masters degree and at least 1 year related experience, or High School diploma or equivalent and 7 years minimum related experience. Prior related experience should include supply chain, contract administration, subcontracts, and/or federal government contracting.
  • Basic working knowledge of FAR and DFARS regulations.
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project)
  • Ability to obtain DoD Secret clearanceLevel 3 - Basic Qualifications
    • Bachelor's degree and at least 6 years of related experience, Masters degree and at least 4 year related experience, or High School diploma or equivalent and 10 years minimum related experience. Prior related experience should include supply chain, contract administration, subcontracts, and/or federal government contracting.
    • Basic working knowledge of FAR and DFARS regulations.
    • Skilled in Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project)
    • Ability to obtain DoD Secret clearancePreferred Qualifications:
      • Experience with management of complex subcontracts, ideally supporting DoD subcontracts.
      • Experience issuing and managing purchase orders/subcontracts from beginning to end of life cycle.
      • Experience with SAP.
      • Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management
      • Active, DoD Secret Clearance Salary Range: $58,800 USD - $88,200 USD Salary Range 2: $72,400 USD - $108,600 USD Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/ .Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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