Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

Northrop Grumman

  • Rolling Meadows, IL
  • $68,800-103,200 per year
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 19 days ago
US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: YesRELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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.Sources and procures specialized goods and services. Owns contractual management for the supplier. Responsible for source selection from contract proposal to execution phases. Coordinates and collaborates with key stakeholders such as contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, program, and end-users. Develops subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and/or services. Prepares bid packages, conducts bidders conferences, analyzes, and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects, or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and administers resulting subcontracts. In conjunction with quality organization, evaluates and monitors supplier quality and reliability, as well as supplier ability to support required delivery schedules. Identifies strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations. Manages performance of subcontracts and ensures compliance with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations. Employs sound business practices and assesses supplier performance as part of follow-up activities. Ensures that appropriate documentation is provided to logistics/transportation & warehouse organization so that proper receipt is recorded. Manages and develops strategic/key suppliers. Reviews and approves supplier payment as needed. Utilizes process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality,efficiency and continuous improvement.Specific roles and responsibilities include:Interfacing and corresponding with suppliers.- Developing sourcing/evaluation strategies- Supplier identification- Source Selection- Coordinating export control/security requirements- Preparing and issuing RFPs with appropriate customer flow downs and terms & conditions- Conducting bidders’ conferences- Conducting proposal evaluations- Conducting negotiations to meet contract/program targets/schedules, and terms and conditions, payment terms for materials & services- Ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS regulations and purchasing policies & procedures- Validating pricing and maintaining proper purchase order files with correct documentation- Management of subcontract agreement modifications, which include coordination of required additions, deletions, or other modifications or formal documented communication to subcontractors- Arranging and participating in supplier meetings and controlling and reporting supplier progress- Evaluation of customer RFPs- In conjunction with the program management teams, develops subcontract RFPs that include Statements of Work, Technical/Quality Specifications, Deliverable Requirements List and Schedules, Performance Assessment Requirements, terms and conditions, proposal preparation and pricing requirements/templates, compliance matrices, and supplier profiles- Preparation of Non-Disclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements, and Memorandums of Agreement- Preparation and management of internal step reviews of new opportunities and formal customer proposal preparation- Analyzes and evaluates subcontractor proposals, and negotiates deviations from work statements, schedules, and/or terms and conditions, while working closely with the program management team- Provides subcontractor pricing, deviations from scope and/or terms and conditions, comprehensive cost analysis and justifications, and technical data assertions to the Business Management Group- Interacts with the Contracts and Pricing Business Division during the proposal preparation phase- Selects or recommends subcontractors, writes formal awards, processes internal justifications, and documents files in preparation for internal and external audits- Administers resulting subcontracts, ensuring that all requirements are performed under the scope of work and delivery schedules.Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of work experience in supply chain, contracts, or business management; government or related experience; will also consider master's degree and 1+ years of supply chain, contracts, business management, or related experience.
  • Strong communication skills (verbal and written), time management skills, and information management skills.
  • Detail-oriented, strategic thinking, and analytical.
  • Demonstrated interpersonal and people leadership skills; ability to leverage professional relationships.
  • Ability to work independently and apply sound judgment to problem-solving.
  • Proven multitasking ability; resilience when faced with multiple deadlines and competing priorities.
  • Expertise in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • ​ Ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Past experience performing successfully in a buying, supply chain planning, or supply chain program management role.
  • Active Security Clearance
  • Knowledge of U.S. government and industry supply chain practices
  • Working knowledge of SAP or 1ERP
  • Master's Degree, or other advanced degree (e.g. Law degree.)
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills as well as the ability to multi-task in a challenging environment.
  • Professional experience in a regulated industry; to include Aerospace & Defense, Insurance, Financial Services, Telecommunications
  • Knowledge of FAR/DFAR
MANGSCSalary Range: $68,800.00 - $103,200.00The 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.Employees may be eligible for 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 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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