US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Manager Subcontracts 2 to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals within our Global Supply Chain organization. This leadership role is located onsite in Melbourne, FL.

As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement and respond vigorously to change.

We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads Subcontracts team

• Sources and procures specialized goods and services

• Owns contractual management for the supplier

• Responsible for source selection from contract proposal to execution phases

• Develops subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and/or services

• Identifies strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations

• Manages performance of subcontracts, ensures compliance with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations

• 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

• Previous experience with Export compliance and International

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with at least 5 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, sustainment, proposals, procurement, resource planning or accounting, OR a Master’s Degree with at least 3 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, sustainment, proposals, procurement, resource planning or accounting OR High School Diploma/Equivalent with at least 9 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, sustainment, proposals, procurement, resource planning or accounting

• An additional 4-years of experience in supply chain management, project management, sustainment, proposals, procurement, resource planning or accounting can be substituted in lieu of a degree

• Must have knowledgeable in FAR and DFARS

• Must have 2 years of Leadership experience – Manager or Team Lead experience

• At minimum, an active DoD Secret level clearance is required to apply and to start the role, with the ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the Company to meet its business needs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master Degree in Business, Global Supply Chain or Project Management

• Experience working on high dollar development Subcontracts (i.e. $100M Cost Reimbursable Preferred)

• Experience conducting presentations to and collaborating with Senior Leadership

• Internal Northrop Grumman Subcontracts experience

• Knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS)

• CAM Experience or Training

• Risk mitigation experience

• Negotiating skills with contract in excess of $100 million

Salary Range: $116,200.00 - $174,400.00

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.

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.