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clearance:TYPE: Secret TYPE: SecretTYPE: SecretTYPE: Secret>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 is seeking a Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist to join the Land & Maritime Systems (LMS) business unit in the Maritime/Land Systems & Sensors (MLSS) division. The successful candidate would join a team of skilled Subcontract Specialist supporting the Long Range Air Defense & Bio Detection Programs (LRAD) operating unit. This position will be located in Elkridge, Maryland. About the Role : Coordinates and collaborates with key stakeholders such as legal, contracts, finance, planning, operations, program management, engineering, and quality. As part of a cross functional team, candidate will monitor and manage schedule, cost, technical and quality performance of suppliers in support of US Government and International programs. The Subcontract Specialists will interface with supplier leadership teams to motivate and drive excellence in performance of contractual requirements. Essential Functions: Having strong problem solving skills, leading to innovative solutions Analytical, detailed oriented and experienced in establishing strategic solutions. Responsible for subcontract sourcing, procuring complex and specialized goods and services, proposal evaluation, negotiation, award, execution, administration and closeout phases. Assesses supplier performance and regularly communicates feedback to Supplier Leadership Manages supplier performance throughout the subcontracting lifecycle. Ensures compliance with all FAR, DFARS, public law and international requirements, as well as company policies and procedures. Identifies strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations. Cultivates and maintains strong working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Contributes to Program Risk and Opportunity management. Self Starter with a bias toward action and problem solving. Strong written and verbal communicator The selected candidate should thrive in a fast paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative team settings across all levels. Basic vels. Basic Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 5 years of Supply Chain/Business in/Business Experience:OR a Master's Degree with a minimum of 3 years of Supply Chain/Business ain/Businessain/Businessain/Businessain/Businessain/Businessain/Businessain/Businessain/Businessexperience OR 9 years of Supply Chain/Business
experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Experience working within a government approved purchasing system
Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) US
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Preferred
Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Global Supply Chain Negotiating
experience with contracts in excess of $2 million
Experience with FAR and DFARS regulations.
Experience with NGMS Subcontracting terms and conditions.
Experience with SAP US Citizenship Active Secret
Clearance Primary Level
salary:Range: $87,000.00 $130,600.00 The above 00 The above00 The abovesalary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope andresponsibilities 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 governmentclearance and certain other restricted positions.