Northrop Grumman
Sr Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist - R10216744
Northrop Grumman, Redondo Beach, California, United States, 90278
Sr Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist
Join Northrop Grumman to support proposal and subcontract activities by managing a diverse portfolio of suppliers and securing specialized goods and services essential to our programs' success. This full‑time, on‑site position is located at our Redondo Beach, CA site and offers a 9/80 alternate work schedule.
Key responsibilities include:
Supplier Evaluation, Approval, and Performance Monitoring: Conduct thorough supplier vetting and qualification processes to align with company policies and program requirements, and monitor supplier performance to ensure quality, reliability, and adherence to schedules.
Subcontract Management: Lead all pre‑award and post‑award subcontract activities, including drafting Requests for Proposals (RFPs), negotiating terms, issuing subcontracts, managing changes, validating invoices, and closing out subcontracts.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration and Contractual Agreements: Work closely with internal stakeholders to finalize Statements of Work (SOWs) and material specifications, and draft agreements such as Non‑Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Teaming Agreements, and Bailment Agreements to meet program needs.
Compliance and Ethical Procurement: Ensure strict adherence to public laws, company policies, import/export regulations, and flow‑down clauses while upholding high standards of procurement integrity and ethical business practices.
Process Improvement and Cost Management: Continuously refine processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, mitigate risks, and drive program success, while implementing strategies to optimize cost savings and reduce supplier‑related risks.
Employee Training and Material Support: Conduct professional training sessions for employees to support team development and assist in documenting material receipt and property management activities to maintain compliance and accuracy.
Basic qualifications include:
A bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8 years (master’s with 6 years) of subcontracts, contracts, supply chain, logistics or other relevant experience. Or in lieu of a degree, 12 years of subcontracts, contracts, supply chain, logistics or other relevant experience.
Demonstrated familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).
Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Top‑Secret/SCI security clearance with Polygraph.
Preferred qualifications include:
Active Top Secret or SCI Clearance with Polygraph, enrolled in a continuous evaluation program.
Proficiency with SAP Business Management Software, including the ability to generate purchase orders in compliance with all applicable requirements and conduct peer reviews of pre‑award and pre‑audit purchase orders.
Demonstrated experience working with the U.S. Government, which represents the primary customer base for this role.
Primary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 – $176,300.00 (additional overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, and long‑term incentives may apply).
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit
http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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Key responsibilities include:
Supplier Evaluation, Approval, and Performance Monitoring: Conduct thorough supplier vetting and qualification processes to align with company policies and program requirements, and monitor supplier performance to ensure quality, reliability, and adherence to schedules.
Subcontract Management: Lead all pre‑award and post‑award subcontract activities, including drafting Requests for Proposals (RFPs), negotiating terms, issuing subcontracts, managing changes, validating invoices, and closing out subcontracts.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration and Contractual Agreements: Work closely with internal stakeholders to finalize Statements of Work (SOWs) and material specifications, and draft agreements such as Non‑Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Teaming Agreements, and Bailment Agreements to meet program needs.
Compliance and Ethical Procurement: Ensure strict adherence to public laws, company policies, import/export regulations, and flow‑down clauses while upholding high standards of procurement integrity and ethical business practices.
Process Improvement and Cost Management: Continuously refine processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, mitigate risks, and drive program success, while implementing strategies to optimize cost savings and reduce supplier‑related risks.
Employee Training and Material Support: Conduct professional training sessions for employees to support team development and assist in documenting material receipt and property management activities to maintain compliance and accuracy.
Basic qualifications include:
A bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8 years (master’s with 6 years) of subcontracts, contracts, supply chain, logistics or other relevant experience. Or in lieu of a degree, 12 years of subcontracts, contracts, supply chain, logistics or other relevant experience.
Demonstrated familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).
Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Top‑Secret/SCI security clearance with Polygraph.
Preferred qualifications include:
Active Top Secret or SCI Clearance with Polygraph, enrolled in a continuous evaluation program.
Proficiency with SAP Business Management Software, including the ability to generate purchase orders in compliance with all applicable requirements and conduct peer reviews of pre‑award and pre‑audit purchase orders.
Demonstrated experience working with the U.S. Government, which represents the primary customer base for this role.
Primary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 – $176,300.00 (additional overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, and long‑term incentives may apply).
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit
http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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