Staff Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

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.

We are looking for you to join our team as a Staff Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist on the Subcontract Services (“SCS”) team. This position will be working out of one of our NG facilities of: Linthicum, Maryland, Annapolis Junction, MD, Elkridge, MD, Lake Charles, Louisiana, Melbourne Florida, San Diego, California, Space Park, California or Rolling Meadows, Illinois.

The Mission Systems Subcontract Services (SCS) Team is a Sector level added service ensuring that all agreements, terms, and conditions are negotiated, documented, and governed in alignment with corporate strategy, risk exposure and regulatory requirements. The SCS team drives excellence in areas of negotiations, risk management, and stakeholder engagement to achieve value, compliance, and strong operational performance.

The Mission Systems SCS team specializes in:

• Contract Development & Negotiation

• Supplier Relationship & Performance Management

• Risk & Compliance Assessment Management

• Procurement life cycle data, processes & Reporting Management

• Governance & Strategic Initiative Development and Implementation

• Candidates will liaise with the Law Department, Programs, Contracts, Supply Chain, and Engineering to foster long and short-term business relationships with our supply base. 

This position requires the ability to balance and influence multiple competing priorities and individuals. A strong commitment and collaborative approach are paramount for success. Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, as well as project management, analytical, planning, presentation and human relations skills are required.  Candidate must have clear examples exhibiting experience in multi-tasking to a successful outcome and usage of above-mentioned communication and project management skills. Candidate should have worked on captures, proposals and/or program execution and have a strong understanding of the Government Acquisition Cycle and the Business Acquisition Process.

Basic Qualifications:

• ​Bachelors degree with a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in supply chain, contracts, law, or a related field, or a Masters with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in supply chain, contracts, law, or a related field,

• Experience in terms and conditions exhibited through a lead role in negotiations or contract drafting. 

• Experience with FAR/DFARS

• Experience in MS Office Suite

• U.S Citizenship

• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience in law either as a J.D. or Paralegal

• Experience drafting complex contractual documents, including, but not limited to, Overriding Agreements on Terms and Conditions, Non-Disclosure Agreements, and Long-Term Supply/Pricing Agreements

• Experience in Procurement

• Negotiation experience

• Experience with SAP

Primary Level Salary Range: $125,400.00 - $219,500.00

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.

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.