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Sr Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

Northrop Grumman • Clairton, PA • 4h ago

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 exciting role supports the?Maritime/Land Systems & Sensors division, performing on Northrop Grumman's existing programs and platforms while also exploring exciting and new opportunities to shape Northrop Grumman's portfolio of the future. The position reports to the Subcontracts Managers 2 for Marine Systems Business Unit.

We are looking for you to join our team as a Sr. Principal Subcontracts Specialist based out of Sunnyvale, CA. The work location is remote residing in Pennsylvania.

What you will get to do:

Source and procure specialized goods and services.

Own contractual management for the supplier.

Responsible for source selection from contract proposal to execution phases.

Coordinate and collaborate with key stakeholders such as contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, program and end-users.

Develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and/or services.

All phases of proposal support including but not limited generating request for proposal or request for quotes, negotiations and basis of estimate (BOE) creation.

In conjunction with quality organization, evaluate and monitor 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.

Manage performance of subcontracts, ensures compliance with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations.

Employ sound business practices and assesses supplier performance as part of follow-up activities. Ensures that appropriate documentation is provided to all functional stakeholders.

Review and approves supplier payment as needed and able to trouble shoot invoice issues both internal and external

Utilize process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency and continuous improvement.

Basic Qualifications for a Sr. Principal Subcontracts Specialist:

Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in supply chain, business management or related field, or a Master's Degree with at least 6 years of relevant experience in supply chain, business management or related field

Experience with Subcontracts, Procurement and/or Contracts

Experience with complex Statement of Work (SOW)

Experience with special payment provisions (Milestones / Performance based payments)

Experience working competitive and non-competitive US-government procurements/subcontracts

Experience with SAP or related business application software Experience with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations) and DFARS

Experience with Subcontract negotiations

Experience with compliance

US Citizenship

Preferred Qualifications for a Sr. Principal Subcontracts Specialist:

Experience managing development programs

Experience working Terms and Conditions exceptions

Experience with various contract @types

Experience working in an Subcontract Management Team (SMT) environment

Primary Level Salary Range: $106,800.00 - $160,200.00

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.

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.

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