Sr Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

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.

Description

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Senior Principal Supply Chain Subcontracts Specialist Level 4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position is a Hybrid Telecommute role based in San Diego, CA, with at least 3 days per week onsite.  

What You'll Get to do:

• ​Negotiate with both large businesses and small businesses on a variety of complex-type contracts.
• Must have an understanding and application of principles, concepts, practices, and standards. Full knowledge of industry practices. Independently demonstrates the skill and ability to perform complex professional tasks. 
• Contributes to the development of new concepts, techniques, and standards.
• Able to communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings. 
• Able to be creative in finding solutions to resolve issues. 
• Develop solutions to complex problems, which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation. Ensures solutions are consistent with organization objectives.
• Attend program meetings and may be required to present to groups.  Must be able to work independently and have strong organizational skills.
• Must be knowledgeable of the FAR/DFARS and processes and/or procedures required to be followed in order to be in compliance with FAR/DFARS. 

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Business or Supply Chain discipline from an accredited university and 8+ years of subcontracts, supplier management, procurement or project management experience OR Master’s Degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management with 6+ years experience
• Advanced experience with FAR and DFARS regulations.
• Advanced experience in Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project)
• Ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance.
• US Citizenship Required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree with focused studies in Supply Chain Management.
• Experience with management of complex subcontracts.
• Experience with negotiations of complex contract types, including inventive fee type contracts
• Experience presenting to a variety of audiences, including senior leadership, internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience effectively working with Supplier Management Team (SMT).
• Experience issuing and managing purchase orders/subcontracts from beginning to end of life cycle.
• Knowledge of SAP

What We Can Offer You –
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Primary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00

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.

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.