Sr Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

This position is remote, however candidate must be in commutable distance to our Melbourne, FL site for occasional on-site support.
The Category Management Subcontracts Specialist ensures the category management organization aligns with the business's overall goals by incorporating Division/Program goals, affordability targets, and schedules across the sector with category management activities.
Responsibilities include integrating corporate efforts, category technical capabilities, and program forecasts/opportunities to ensure the sector's category management efforts are proactive and strategic.
In this role, the selected candidate will be expected to:

Identifies strategies and opportunities to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations
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
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
Basic Qualifications (Sr Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist):

Must have Bachelor's Degree with at least 8 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, sustainment, proposals, procurement or other global supply chain related field , Master's degree with at least 6 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, sustainment, proposals, procurement or other global supply chain related field, In lieu of degree with 12 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, sustainment, proposals, procurement or other global supply chain related field
Must have FAR/DFARS experience
Experience building teams and interfacing/ collaborating with programs and other organizations within and outside of the Global Supply Chain
Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree and 8+ years of supply chain, contracts, business management, or related experience
Experience in Strategy Development, Project Management, and/or Procurement
Ability to multitask and make sound decisions promptly
Negotiating experience (contracts over $10 million)
Budgeting experience and EVM knowledge
Working knowledge of 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 technological roadmaps and the 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
Salary Range: $103,200.00 - $154,800.00The 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.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 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.