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Northrop Grumman

Manager Subcontracts 2

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A Contracts Manager reviews and manages business contracts for a company or organization. Reviews proposed contract terms and conditions, and communicates and negotiates with clients, suppliers or subcontractors. Confirms that contract terms have been met before a contract is closed out. Manages contract changes and contract record keeping.

$113,731 / year median in Illinois

-1% projected decline

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Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE
No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START
No
CLEARANCE TYPE
Secret TRAVEL:
Yes, 10% 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 Mission Systems has an opening for a Manager of Subcontracts Administration 2 to join our outstanding team of qualified and diverse individuals in Rolling Meadows, IL. This exciting role will support either the Electronic Warfare & Targeting (EWT) or Mission Survivability Systems (MSS) Business Units (BUs) within the Multidomain Sensing, Targeting and Survivability (MSTS) Division. This position is fast-paced, with high expectations and significantly diverse assignments. This role supports a hybrid onsite work arrangement out of our Rolling Meadows, IL facility.
Main Responsibilities Include:
  • Leadership & Development
  • Mentor, coach, and assign workloads to drive timely execution of daily requirements and increase employee engagement
  • Program Integration
  • Build effective relationships with functional teams; translate program needs into clear procurement actions
  • Strategic Procurement
  • Design and negotiate long term agreements, sourcing partnerships, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and compliance
  • Policy & Process
  • Contribute to the evolution of agile, efficient, and compliant GSC policies and procedures
  • Compliance
  • Ensures compliance with all regulatory and public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations Other Responsibilities Include but
Not Limited To:
  • Supports Subcontracts Specialists through all phases of the Subcontract including requests for proposal, contracting strategy, contract negotiation, contract administration and contract closeout to ensure contract acquisition and fulfillment is in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and Customer specifications.
  • Coordinates with cross-functional teams on complex issues and risks to develop and present appropriate mitigation plans to Supplier Management Teams and Leadership.
  • Lead and grow a high performing team of up to 10 Subcontracts Administrators and Buyers.
  • Review/status proposal and active subcontract/purchase order requirements and ensure those meet customer requirements
  • Development of negotiation strategies and plans
  • Review and approval of purchase order compliance #
MPR Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 8 years of experience in Supply Chain and/or related Business Management OR a Master's Degree and a minimum of 6 years of experience inSupply Chain and/or related Business Management OR High School Diploma/Equivalent and a minimum of 12 years of experience in Supply Chain and/or related Business Management
  • Must have a minimum of 3 years experience leading a team of people or direct people management
  • US Citizenship
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Secret Level clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Must have Aerospace & Defense experience in Subcontracts or Contracts
  • Must have Subcontracts or Contracts experience with FAR / DFARS or Business Law
  • Master's Degree in Business, Global Supply Chain, or Project Management
  • Experience with the SAP procurement system, Supplier Scorecards and performance management, NG Principles and Operating Practices, and metric analysis
  • Internal Northrop Grumman Subcontracts experience
  • Experience conducting presentations to and collaborating with Senior Leadership
  • Experience in negotiating Long Term Pricing Agreements and/or Risk and Opportunity Management
  • Demonstrated experience assuring compliance with company PrOP and government regulations
  • Experience working with multiple contracting formats, including Time & Material, Firm Fixed Price, and Cost Reimbursable, possess knowledge relating to special payment provisions (progress or performance-based payments)
  • Experience conducting oral presentations to senior leadership
Primary Level Salary Range:
$139,800.00
  • $209,800.
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.