Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist, Redondo Beach CA

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Redondo Beach
Posted on: March 9, 2023

Job Description:

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE TYPE: None
TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time
Description
Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world's biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.
Northrop Grumman Space Sector is seeking a Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist to join our team in Redondo Beach, CA .
Responsibilities:

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  Sources and procures specialized goods and services
  
  
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  Owns contractual management for the supplier
  
  
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  Responsible for source selection from contract proposal to execution phases
  
  
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  Coordinates and collaborates with key stakeholders such as contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, program and end-users
  
  
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  Develops subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and/or services
  
  
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  Prepares bid packages, conducts bidders conferences, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and administers resulting subcontracts
  
  
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  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
  
  
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  Manages performance of subcontracts, ensures compliance with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations
  
  
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  Employs sound business practices and assesses supplier performance as part of follow-up activities
  
  
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  Ensures that appropriate documentation is provided to logistics/transportation & warehouse organization so that proper receipt is recorded
  
  
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  Manages and develops strategic/key suppliers
  
  
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  Reviews and approves supplier payment as needed. Utilizes process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency and continuous improvement
  
  
  Basic Qualifications:
  
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    Bachelor's Degree with 6 years of experience in Supplier Management or Supply Chain Management or Master's degree with 4 years of experience; in lieu of degree, 10 years of experience will be considered
    
    
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    Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)
    
    
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    Strong SAP or other ERP system experience
    
    
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    Working knowledge of FAR/DFAR regulations
    
    
    Preferred Qualifications:
    
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      International Supplier Subcontract/Procurement experience
      
      
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      Strong negotiation skills
      
      
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      Led a team; ability to mentor/guide others
      
      
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      Familiar with development programs
      
      
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      Familiar with planning/scheduling
      
      
      Salary Range: $86,300.00 - $129,500.00
      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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority . The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/ .
      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 most positions.
      We are a pioneering company.
      With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space - our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.

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