Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

Requisition ID: R10172848

Category: Global Supply Chain

Location: Elkridge, Maryland, United States of America | Unknown, Virginia, United States of America

Clearance Type: None

Telecommute: Yes- May Consider Full Time Teleworking for this position

Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time

Positions Available: 1

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We are looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we will support your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

Start your future with a new mission, Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, located in Elkridge, MD , at our Troy Hill facility has an immediate need for a Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist .

“This position may be filled in a hybrid capacity from our Elkridge, MD campus”

OR as a virtual position which may be filled in (any US State) and selection will be based on the most qualified candidate.”

The individual will be responsible for executing compliant procurement and major subcontract purchase orders (PO’s). Specific responsibilities include:

Sourcing and procuring specialized goods and services, both domestically and internationally

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.

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.

Manages and develops strategic/key suppliers.

Reviews and approves supplier payment as needed.

Preparation Non-Disclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements, and Memorandums of Agreement and Pricing Agreements.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s and 5 years of supply chain, procurement, business management and/or related experience OR 3 years of supply chain, procurement, business management and/or related with a Master’s Degree; OR 9 years of supply chain, procurement, business management and/or related experience will be accepted in lieu of degree.

SAP experience

Knowledge of FAR/DFARS

Proficiency in MS Office suite

The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

(US Citizenship required)

Preferred Qualifications

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Demonstrated leadership, critical thinking and innovative behaviors in past projects, roles or experiences

Salary Range: $84,600 – $127,000

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 candidates experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

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 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 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.