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Northrop Grumman · 1 day ago

Principal/Sr Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist - R10213576

Melbourne, FL

Contract

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$79K/yr - $118K/yr

5+ years exp

Northrop Grumman is a leader in defense technologies, seeking a Principal/Sr Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist to support critical government programs. The role involves managing subcontract sourcing, proposal evaluation, and supplier performance while ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering strong stakeholder relationships.

AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Responsible for subcontract sourcing, 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 and public law 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, customers, and internal stakeholders

Contributes to Program Risk and Opportunity management

Utilizes process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement

Qualification

Supply Chain SubcontractsProcurementContractsSAPFAR knowledgeDFARS knowledgeNegotiating skillsChange ManagementRisk MitigationBusiness Law knowledgeEarned Value ManagementTeam Lead experienceOral presentations

Required

Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 5 years' experience OR a master's degree with a minimum of 3 years' experience in Supply Chain Subcontracts, Procurement, Contracts, or Finance

A minimum of 9 years combined experience in Supply Chain Subcontracts, Procurement, Contracts, or Finance experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

Experience with SAP or related business application software

Ability to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Government DoD security clearance at the Secret level and Special Program Access within a reasonable amount of time deemed by business needs

Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 8 years combined experience OR a master's degree with a minimum of 6 years of experience in Supply Chain Subcontracts, Procurement, Contracts, or Finance

A minimum of 12 years combined experience in Supply Chain Subcontracts, Procurement, Contracts, or Finance may be considered in lieu of a degree

Experience with SAP or related business application software

Working knowledge of FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations) and DFARS

Ability to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Government DoD security clearance at the Secret level and Special Program Access within a reasonable amount of time deemed by business needs