RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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.

As a Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist for Category Management (CM), you join a team dedicated to supporting the warfighter. You will further the success of our programs to help Northrop Grumman leave the boundaries of what's known and solve tomorrow's problems. In this role you will work on sending Request for Quotes (RFQ’s), and negotiating purchase orders (PO), while managing orders to completion and building relationships with our CM suppliers. Be a part of a team that not only fosters open communication of ideas but encourages innovation at every level. This position may be based in Linthicum, Maryland or San Diego, California.  This position will specifically support the Mechanical category.

This position is dynamic and challenging, requiring ingenuity, collaboration, and an insatiable drive to make the impossible possible. We’ll support you with training and robust benefits as we work together to defend and define the future. Be at the forefront of the latest development programs in Northrop Grumman Mission Systems by joining the CM Division!

The Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and executing a mixed portfolio of subcontracts
• Managing performance of subcontracts, ensures compliance with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations.
• Identifying strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations.
• Understanding the buyer and seller’s roles to establish mutually successful business arrangements
• Specifying solicitations and bid packages
• Evaluating proposals and negotiating prices/terms
• Developing and administrating contractual documentation and post awards
• Leveraging your skill and talents throughout this role
• Creating and establishing commercial determinations for purchase awards

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Basic Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience in one or more of the following: Supply Chain, Business Management, Project Management, or Customer Service
• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems
• Experience in MS Office suite
• US Citizenship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations) and DFARS
• Supplier selection/management experience on US Government contract(s)
• Experience working within a government approved purchasing system
• Experience with management of complex subcontracts

Primary Level Salary Range: $72,400.00 - $113,800.00

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.