Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: June 20, 2022
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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.
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Supply Chain Subcontract
Specialist, level 3, to join its team of qualified, diverse
professionals engaged in supporting large, complex, and challenging
national defense programs that secure our nation and its allies.
The successful applicant will become a part of Northrop Grumman's
Launch and Missile Defense Systems Division. This position can be
located in Colorado Springs, CO or Boulder, CO. We are seeking a
highly motivated individual to act as trusted advisor and subject
matter expert for subcontracting actions on a wide range of
contractual issues. The successful candidate will demonstrate the
skill and ability to analyze and develop innovative solutions to
complex problems and be able to communicate effectively at the
highest levels. The candidate must possess in-depth knowledge and
understanding of Federal Government contracting regulations and
best practices and be prepared to perform with limited supervision.
Responsibilities will encompass the full range of the subcontract
acquisition process including participation in strategic sourcing
decisions, capture and proposal activities, teaming agreement
generation and execution, preparing requests for proposals
consistent with customer solicitations, federal statutes and
regulations, US laws and enterprise policies and procedures,
evaluating proposal submissions, ensuring that risk and mitigation
strategies are identified and developed, developing negotiation
plans and leading negotiation teams, preparing post negotiation
documentation and preparing subcontract files in compliance with
Northrop Grumman policies and procedures. The ability to
collaborate with executive program management and other
multi-functional teams is required. The successful candidate must
be able to make sound decisions in a timely manner, display strong
interpersonal skills, and have a thorough knowledge of the FAR and
DFARs in a Government Contracting environment. The successful
candidate will understand subcontract specifications, work
statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of
specialized materials, equipment, and services. The candidate will
be required to prepare bid packages, conduct bidder's conferences,
analyze and evaluate proposals, negotiate subcontract provisions,
select or recommend subcontractors, write subcontract awards, and
administer resulting subcontracts. The candidate will also
negotiate and coordinate additions, deletions, or modifications to
subcontracts and participate with contracts administration and
purchasing to develop subcontract policies and procedures. -
Relocation assistance is authorized - Travel will be required
(5%)
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are
eligible for our robust benefits package including: --- Medical,
Dental & Vision coverage --- 401k --- Educational Assistance ---
Life Insurance --- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life
Solutions --- Paid Time Off --- Health & Wellness Resources ---
Employee Discounts This position's standard work schedule is a
9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day
Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.
Basic Qualifications: - BS/BA degree with 6 years of subcontract
and/or supply chain administration and supplier management
experience or 4 years with a Master's degree. - In-depth
understanding of procurement policies, procedures, and regulations
are essential - The ability to work well in team environments and
lead negotiations with major subcontractors is required - Strong
organizational, written and oral communication skills - Proficiency
with Microsoft Office Suite - Ability to work with limited
supervision and apply sound judgment to problem solving - Ability
to obtain and maintain DoD Secret Security Clearance
Preferred Qualifications: - Working knowledge of SAP - Active DoD
Secret Security Clearance - Experience with and/or a basic working
knowledge of the following is a plus: Prime flowdown analysis to
include classified requirements Statement of work (SOW) development
for product development (including custom hardware and
software)
Salary Range: $76,000 USD - $114,000 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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