Requisition ID: R10184536- Category: Global Supply Chain
- Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America
- Clearance Type: Secret
- Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available 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. Your responsibilities as a Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist will encompass the preparation of RFP packages and execution of subcontracts while ensuring compliance to company policies and procedures. You will apply your understanding of the buyer and the seller roles in establishing mutually successful business arrangements, with experiences in statements of work and solicitations/bid packages, proposal evaluation, price and term negotiations, development of contractual documentation and post award administration. You will use your ability to make sound decisions in a timely manner, display strong interpersonal skills, and have an agile perspective of compliance protocol mandated by regulated industry.
Within the GSC organization the candidate will support a team-based program and perform activities in a variety of cross-functional areas including but not limited to proposal development, negotiations, financial planning, subcontract execution/award, and customer service. Ideal candidates are generally experienced in multiple areas of the procurement or contractual function(s), developing business relationships, and demonstrating an affinity for working with, or understanding the Aerospace Industry.
You will be responsible for executing major subcontract activities and providing contractual support and documentation to suppliers, and Internal Work Orders, in support of Major Component & Spares programs; while ensuring compliance to company policies and procedures. The Subcontracts Specialist will coordinate and collaborate with key stakeholders such as contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, program and end-users.
Basic Qualifications:
Must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and a minimum of 6 years of supply chain, procurement, subcontracts and/or related experience; Master’s degree and a minimum of 4 years of supply chain, procurement, subcontracts/contracts and/or related experience; OR 9 years of Subcontracts, Procurement, or other supply chain experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
Solid understanding of procurement principles, policies, procedures, and regulations
Capable of working in a fast-paced environment, ability to multi-task, make decisions in a timely manner and display strong interpersonal skills
Solid knowledge of FAR/DFARS and associated Federal Contracting regulations
Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with myriad levels of the organization including but not limited to developing and delivering to sector, division, business unit and Customer Leadership
Ability to maintain high level of confidence in the areas of supply chain management
Demonstrated leadership, critical thinking and innovative behaviors in past projects, roles or experiences
Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Must be a US Citizen and be able to obtain and hold a Secret clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Professional experience in a regulated industry; to include Aerospace & Defense, Insurance, Financial Services, Telecommunications
SAP experience
Demonstrated experience with multiple contracting formats, including Firm Fixed Price and/or Cost Reimbursable
Familiarity with terms and conditions, and/or special contract clauses/types such as: long term agreements and intellectual property agreements
Demonstrated negotiation experience
Experience in reviewing monthly forecasts from subcontractors for various contract types
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.
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 www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
Salary Range: $74,600 - $111,800
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 spanet 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 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.
