Requisition ID: R10183635
• Category: Global Supply Chain
• Location: Charlottesville, Virginia, United States of America
• Clearance Type: None
• Telecommute: Yes-May consider hybrid teleworking for this position
• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Positions Available: 1
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 Missions Systems has an opening for a Principal/Sr. Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.   The location for this position is in Charlottesville, VA.  This position can be hired at either a Principal Subcontract Specialist or a Sr Principal Subcontract Specialist.
Essential Functions:

• In support of the Naval & Oceanic Division portfolio of programs, 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.
• 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.
• Perform cost and/or price analysis to determine price reasonableness. Negotiate with suppliers on price, schedule, terms and conditions and any other contractual requirements. May lead negotiations with supplier.
• Ensures compliance with all FAR, DFARS and public law requirements, as well as company policies and procedures
• Employs sound business practices and assesses supplier performance as part of follow-up activities.
• Work in and support cross functional program teams including, but not limited to, Supplier Performance, Supply Chain Program Management, Contracts, Engineering, Finance and Planning.
• Reviews and approves supplier payment as needed.
Basic Qualifications (level 3):

• 5+ years of supply chain, procurement, business management and/or related experience with a Bachelor's Degree, 3+ years of supply chain, procurement, business management and/or related with a Master's Degree; 9+ years of supply chain, procurement, business management and/or related lieu of a Bachelor's Degree
• Experience with SAP or related business application software
• Experience and knowledge of FAR/DFAR
• Experience with supplier negotiations
Preferred Qualifications (level 3):

• Experience working within a Government approved purchasing system.
• Professional experience in a regulated industry; to include Aerospace & Defense
• Demonstrated experience with multiple contracting formats, including Firm Fixed Price and/or Cost Reimbursable,
• Experience with terms and conditions, and/or special contract clauses/types such as: long term agreements and intellectual property agreements.
Basic Qualification (level 4):

• 8+ years of supply chain, procurement, business management and/or related experience with a Bachelor's Degree, 6+ years of supply chain, procurement, business management and/or related with a Master's Degree; 12+ years of supply chain, procurement, business management and/or related lieu of a Bachelor's Degree
• Experience with SAP or related business application software
• Experience and knowledge of FAR/DFAR
• Experience with supplier negotiations
Preferred Qualifications (level 4):

• Experience working within a Government approved purchasing system.

• Professional experience in a regulated industry; to include Aerospace & Defense
• Demonstrated experience with multiple contracting formats, including Firm Fixed Price and/or Cost Reimbursable,
• Experience with terms and conditions, and/or special contract clauses/types such as: long term agreements and intellectual property agreements.
Salary Range: $78,700 - $118,100
Salary Range 2: $98,100 - $147,100
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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.PDN-9e0cb1a1-b329-49d4-bc5c-64487d5f924f