Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

Northrop Grumman Northrop Grumman · Aerospace · El Segundo, CA +1 · Global Supply Chain Mult-Func

Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on sourcing, negotiating, and managing complex subcontracts for US Government programs. Requires experience in subcontract management, compliance with regulations like FAR/DFARS, and supplier performance monitoring. The role involves collaboration with various internal departments and supplier leadership.

What you'd actually do

  1. Responsible for subcontract sourcing, proposal evaluation, negotiation, award, execution, administration and closeout phases
  2. Manages supplier performance throughout the subcontracting lifecycle
  3. Ensures compliance with all FAR, DFARS and public law requirements, as well as company policies and procedures
  4. Identifies strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations
  5. Cultivates and maintains strong working relationships with suppliers, customers and internal stakeholders

Skills

Required

  • Bachelor’s Degree with at least 5 years of experience, a Master’s degree with at least 3 years' experience OR 9 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Experience must be in Subcontracts, Contracts, Proposal Price/Cost Analysis, Procurement, Program or Project management, Advanced Planning or Strategic Sourcing
  • Experience with SAP/ MRP or related business application software.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the business needs

Nice to have

  • Master’s degree
  • Familiarity with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations) and DFARS.
  • Working knowledge of FAR and DFARS regulations.
  • Supplier selection/management experience on US Government contract(s).
  • Subcontracting experience with aircraft production and/or sustainment programs.
  • Experience working within a government approved purchasing system.
  • Experience working in foreign subcontracts and/or ITAR/EAR experience.
  • Familiarity with NGAS Subcontracting terms and conditions.

What the JD emphasized

  • FAR, DFARS and public law requirements
  • FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations) and DFARS
  • Working knowledge of FAR and DFARS regulations