Northrop Grumman

Staff Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

Northrop Grumman$139K — $209K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with extensive supply chain or business management experience
  • Proficient in subcontract management, procurement and contract negotiations
  • Familiarity with competitive and non-competitive US government procurements
  • Experienced in using SAP or similar business applications
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
  • US Citizenship required

Responsibilities

  • Sourcing and procuring specialized goods and services
  • Managing supplier contracts and relationships
  • Preparing and evaluating bid packages and proposals
  • Negotiating subcontract terms and conditions
  • Monitoring supplier performance and compliance
  • Identifying cost-saving opportunities through strategic negotiations
  • Providing guidance to junior subcontract specialists and integrated teams

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule with every other Friday off
  • Health and life insurance coverage
  • Disability insurance and savings plan
  • Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)
  • Eligible for annual bonuses and other performance incentives
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced and motivated professional for the role of Staff Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist (Level 5) with some experience in supply chain management, or related fields. The successful applicant will become a part of Northrop Grumman’s Multidomain Sensing, Targeting and Survivability (MSTS) Division within the Mission Systems (MS) Sector.

This position is a 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off), working a hybrid schedule out of the Rolling Meadows, IL facility.

What you will get to do

What you get to do:

•        Sourcing and procuring specialized goods and services.

•        Owning contractual management for the supplier.

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

•        Prepare bid packages, conduct bidder conferences, and analyze and evaluate proposals. Negotiate subcontract provisions, select or recommend subcontractors, write awards, and administering resulting subcontracts.

•        Develops subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and services

•        In conjunction with quality organization, evaluate and monitor supplier quality and reliability, as well as the supplier's ability to support required delivery schedules.

•        Identify strategies and opportunities to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations.

•        Manages the 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 assess supplier performance as part of follow-up activities.

•        Ensure that appropriate documentation is provided to logistics/transportation & warehouse organization so that proper receipt is recorded.

•        Manage and develop strategic/key suppliers. Review and approve supplier payments as needed.

•        Strong strategic, innovative, and critical thinking skills.

•        Strong verbal and written communication skills.

•        Proficient knowledge in the MS Office suite, including MS Teams, OneNote, and Excel.

•        Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, macros, advanced formulas, and building reports.

The Staff Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist will additionally be responsible for providing subcontracting process and compliance requirements guidance to junior Subcontract Specialists, Supplier Management Teams, and Integrated Product Team Leads. They will provide subject matter expertise in all aspects of supplier and subcontract management. Works in the general direction toward long-range goals and objectives. Assignments are often self-initiated. Performs independently with minimal management oversight.

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Basic Qualifications for a Staff Supply Chain Subcontracts Specialist:

  • Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in supply chain, business management or related field, or a Master’s Degree with at least 10 years of relevant experience in supply chain, business management or related field
  • Experience with Subcontracts, Procurement and/or Contracts
  • Experience working competitive and non-competitive US-government procurements/subcontracts
  • Experience with SAP or related business application software
  • Experience with Subcontract negotiations
  • US Citizenship
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications for a Staff Supply Chain Subcontracts Specialist:

  • Experience with compliance
  • Experience managing international subcontracts
  • Experience working Terms and Conditions exceptions
  • Experience with special payment provisions (Milestones / Performance based payments)

Primary Level Salary Range: $139,700.00 - $209,500.00

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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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