Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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  is seeking a Principal (Level 3) Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist  for our Division, Weapon Systems within the Defense Systems Sector . This role will be 100% remote. Armament Systems specializes in the development and production of Ammunition, Guns and Precision Guidance Ordinance. What you'll get to do: Develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of services, specialized materials, and/or equipment Prepares bid packages, conducts bidders conferences, analyzes and evaluates proposals, performs price/cost, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and administers resulting subcontracts Ensures that appropriate documentation is provided to  logistics/transportation  & warehouse organization so that proper receipt is recorded Negotiates and coordinates additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts Participates with program functional areas to coordinate subcontract funding, invoice processing and program reviews. Coordinates and collaborates with key stakeholders such as contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, program and end-users 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 Manages performance of subcontracts, ensures compliance with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations. Utilizes process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency and continuous improvement Manages and develops strategic/key suppliers. Reviews and approves supplier payments Basic Qualifications: Bachelors degree & 5 years of related experience, OR a masters degree & 3 years of related experience. Will consider a high school diploma & 9 years of related experience in lieu of a degree. Experience in Subcontracts, Purchasing, Contracts, Finance, or Project Management Minimum of 1 year of experience with SAP or related business application software Minimum of 1 year of experience with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations) and DFARS Ability to collaborate with program management and other multi-functional teams Ability to multi-task and make sound decisions in a timely manner Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD secret clearance (US Citizenship required) Preferred Qualifications: Past experience performing successfully in a buying, supply chain planning, or supply chain program management role Knowledge of U.S. government and industry supply chain practices Knowledge of Supply Chain Practices for International procurements under U.S. Government contracts. Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills Demonstrated ability to work in a very fast paced environment Knowledge of Earned Value Management System