Sr. Principle Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Melbourne
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
Requisition ID: R10056927Category: Global Supply ChainLocation:
Melbourne, FL, USACitizenship Required: United States
CitizenshipClearance Type: SecretTelecommute: No Teleworking not
available for this positionShift: 1st Shift (United States of
America)Travel Required: Yes, 25% of the TimePositions Available:
2At 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.Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a
Sr. Principal Supply Chain Specialist to join our team of
qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in
Melbourne, FL.The Sr. Principal Supply Chain Specialist will be
responsible for the following: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.Position requires the
ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret level clearance and
Program Access within a reasonable amount of time as determined by
the company to meet its business needs.Essential
Functions:Responsible for subcontract sourcing, proposal
evaluation, negotiation, award, execution, administration, and
closeout phasesAssesses supplier performance and regularly
communicates feedback to Supplier LeadershipManages 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
improvementThe selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced
work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse
assignments, collaborative/team settings across all levelsBasic
Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university with
at least 10 years of experience or a master's degree with at least
8 years of experience or a High School diploma/equivalent with at
least 14 years' experience in supply chain, procurement,
purchasing, supplier management, and/or related professional
experienceProficient with Microsoft Office Applications, SAP, and
SharePointMust have proficiency and experience supporting sole
source and competitive acquisitionsPrevious experience with FAR,
DFARS, and other U.S. Federal Government contracting
regulationsNeed to have a current DoD Secret security clearance
approved within the past 5 years and be able to maintain the DoD
Secret level clearance and pass a Program Enhanced Screening within
a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet
its business needs.Preferred Qualifications:Must have the ability
to understand and analyze complex proposal dataMust have the
ability to communicate strategically across associated subject
areas and cross functional teamsAn advanced degree in a relevant
field (JD, MBA, GSC, Finance, etc.)Current Active, DOD Secret
Security ClearanceCertificate in Contracts Management and/or NCMA
certificationRecent experience as a Contracts Professional in the
defense industryFamiliarity with Northrop Grumman businesses,
policies and practicesStrong negotiation experience in an Aerospace
environmentExperience with multiple contract typesDemonstrated high
sense of urgencyAbility to effectively present to all levels of
leadershipSalary range: $89,800 $134,600Salary Range: $89,800 USD
$134,600 USDEmployees 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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