Sr Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist Position Available In Tangipahoa, Louisiana

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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. Northrop Grumman’s Aeronautics Systems sector has an opening for a Sr Principal Subcontracts Specialist – Category Management to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position is remote, however candidate must be in commutable distance to our Melbourne, FL site for occasional on-site support. The Category Management Subcontracts Specialist ensures the category management organization aligns with the business’s overall goals by incorporating Division/Program goals, affordability targets, and schedules across the sector with category management activities. Responsibilities include integrating corporate efforts, category technical capabilities, and program forecasts/opportunities to ensure the sector’s category management efforts are proactive and strategic. In this role, the selected candidate will be expected to: Identifies strategies and opportunities to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations Develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of services, specialized materials, and/or equipment in line with category assignments Drive scope definition and implementation of strategies across multiple categories & programs Prepares bid packages, conducts bidders conferences, analyzes and evaluates proposals, performs price/cost analyses, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and administers resulting subcontracts Negotiates and coordinates additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts Apply standard Aerospace & Defense purchasing/procurement methodology to spend categories to achieve organizational objectives, best value for the enterprise, and achievement of target return on investments (ROI). Support sector initiatives/ special projects as required Establish vendor-managed inventory (VMI), long-term agreements, strategic agreements, blanket agreements, and negotiate favorable terms and conditions Monitor market dynamics and communicate changes that affect internal customer needs Manage internal and external relationships and supplier partnerships Basic Qualifications (Sr Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist): Must have Bachelor’s Degree with at least 8 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, sustainment, proposals, procurement or other global supply chain related field , Master’s degree with at least 6 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, sustainment, proposals, procurement or other global supply chain related field, In lieu of degree with 12 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, sustainment, proposals, procurement or other global supply chain related field Must have

FAR/DFARS

experience Experience building teams and interfacing/ collaborating with programs and other organizations within and outside of the

Global Supply Chain Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree and 8+ years of supply chain, contracts, business management, or related experience Experience in Strategy Development, Project Management, and/or Procurement Ability to multitask and make sound decisions promptly Negotiating experience (contracts over $10 million) Budgeting experience and EVM knowledge Working knowledge of sector categories, including a solid understanding of engineering/technical requirements Ability to understand engineering practices and work within the technology arena to further the connection between the technological roadmaps and the Global Supply Chain Ability to plan, schedule, and arrange activities to accomplish objectives Exceptional leadership and people management skills with the ability to model and promote a strong sense of engagement, teamwork, and cooperation SAP experience Exceptional written and verbal communication and organizational skills Significant experience managing supply chain risk

Salary Range:

$103,200.00 – $154,800.00 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.

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