Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret 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’s Mission Systems Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Supply Chain Subcontracts Specialist – Level 2 located in Charlottesville, VA, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.    What You Will Get To Do: Source and procures specialized goods and services Owns contractual management of the supplier 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 Develops subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and/or services Prepares Request for Proposal package, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and administers resulting subcontracts 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 Candidate will also manage performance of subcontracts, ensure compliance with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations. Employs sound business practices and assesses supplier performance as part of follow-up activities. 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. #MPR #GSCCMP Basic Qualifications:  • Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of supply chain, inventory/material management, business management, project management and/or customer service experience; will also consider a minimum of 6 years of supply chain, inventory/material management, business management, project management and/or customer service experience in lieu of a bachelors degree • Ability to obtain & maintain a US Government security clearance • US Citizenship Preferred Qualifications:  • Experience with FAR provisions and Global Supply Chain policies and procedures • Experience working with cradle to grave subcontract administration • Experience preparing subcontractor Request for Proposal (RFP) packages in support of the acquisition process • Experience providing accurate supplier invoice and accrual forecasting • Experience man