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Sr Principal Subcontracts Administrator
| Company | Northrop Grumman |
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| Location | Melbourne, FL, USA |
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| Salary | $98100 – $147100 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
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| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree with at least 8 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, sustainment, proposals, and/or procurement OR a master’s degree with at least 6 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, sustainment, proposals, and/or procurement
- 12 years of supply chain, project management, sustainment, proposals, and/or procurement may be considered in lieu of a degree
- Must have FAR/DFARS experience
- Experience building teams and interfacing/ collaborating with Programs and other organizations within and outside of Global Supply Chain
- Ability to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret level clearance and Special Program Access within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the Company to meet its business needs
Responsibilities
- Develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of services, specialized materials, and/or equipment in line with category assignments
- Drive scope definition and implementation of strategies across multiple categories & programs
- Prepares bid packages, conducts bidders conferences, analyzes and evaluates proposals, performs price/cost analyses, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and administers resulting subcontracts
- Identifies strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency, and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations
- Negotiates and coordinates additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts
- Apply standard Aerospace & Defense purchasing/procurement methodology to spend categories to achieve organizational objectives, best value for the enterprise, and achievement of target return on investments (ROI)
- Support sector initiatives/ special projects as required
- Establish vendor-managed inventory (VMI), long-term agreements, strategic agreements, blanket agreements, and negotiate favorable terms and conditions
- Monitor market dynamics and communicate changes that affect internal customer needs
- Manage internal and external relationships and supplier partnerships
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree and 8+ years of supply chain, contracts, business management, or related experience
- Ability to multi-task and make sound decisions in a timely manner
- Negotiating contracts over $10 Million
- Budgeting experience and EVM knowledge
- Working knowledge sector categories, including a solid understanding of engineering/technical requirements
- Ability to understand engineering practices and work within the technology arena to further the connection between the technology roadmaps and Global Supply Chain
- Ability to plan schedule and arrange activities to accomplish objectives
- Exceptional leadership and people management skills with the ability to model and promote a strong sense of engagement, teamwork, and cooperation
- SAP experience
- Exceptional written and verbal communication and organizational skills
- Significant experience managing supply chain risk
