Principal Subcontracts Administrator

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available\n\nCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No\n\nCLEARANCE TYPE: None\n\nTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time\n\n## Description\n\nAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people\u0027s 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\u0027s 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 \u2014 and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they\u0027re making history.\n\nNorthrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and Cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.\n\nExpand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman\u0027s Mission System Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our inclusive team as a Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Administrator. As a member of our team, you\u0027ll be crucial to missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is located full time onsite in our Salt Lake City, UT office. \n\nWhat You Will Get To Do:\n\nJob Description:\n\n * Participating in strategic sourcing decisions and developing teaming agreements \n\n\n\n * Preparing requests for proposal consistent with customer solicitations and corporate policies and procedures \n\n\n\n * Analyzing and evaluating proposal responses, ensuring that risks and mitigation strategies are identified \n\n\n\n * Developing negotiation plans \n\n\n\n * Finalizing subcontract terms and conditions \n\n\n\n * Prepare justifications and negotiation memorandums and documenting files in preparation for internal and external audits by applying Northrop Grumman values, policies, procedures, and practices \n\n\n\n * Serve as the primary point of contact for international suppliers regarding contractual matters, building and maintaining strong, collaborative relationships. \n\n\n\n * Conduct comprehensive cost and price analysis to ensure fair and reasonable pricing for all procurements. \n\n\n\n * Monitor subcontractor performance against contract terms, milestones, and key performance indicators (KPIs), implementing corrective actions and risk mitigation strategies as needed. \n\n\n\n * Coordinate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Program Managers, Business Development, Legal, Finance, Logistics, Engineering) to ensure seamless execution of subcontracts and alignment with program objectives. \n\n\n\n * Maintain accurate, audit-ready subcontract files and documentation in compliance with company procedures and government regulations. \n\n\n\n * Ensure smooth import/export operations by coordinating with the international trade compliance and logistics teams and ensuring all required documentation is processed correctly. \n\n\n\n\nResponsibilities also include metrics, reporting, forecasting, and administering subcontracts from requirements development through closeout. Ability to collaborate with program managers and other multi-functional teams is a must to ensure delivery of compliant products and services within the technical parameters, cost, and schedules required. \n\nSuccessful candidate will be required to make decisions in a timely manner, multi-task, have strong interpersonal skills, thorough knowledge of FAR/DFARs, as well as the temperament to work in a fast-paced environment. \n\nQualifications:\n\nBasic Qualifications:\n\n * Bachelor\u2019s degree and 5+ years of professional experience in Subcontracts Management or Contracts Administration; 3+ years of experience with a Master\u2019s.\n\n * Experience using MS Office suite \n\n * Must be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance \n\n\n\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\n * Active Secret Clearance \n\n * Demonstrated strong leadership skills as well as the ability to multi-task in a challenging environment \n\n * Professional experience in a regulated industry; to include Aerospace \u0026 Defense \n\n * SAP experience \n\n * Knowledge of FAR/DFAR \n\n\n\n\nWhat We Can Offer You:\n\nNorthrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.\n\nYour benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off, and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!\n\nPrimary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00\n\nThe 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\u0027s experience, education, skills and current market conditions.\n\nDepending 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.\n\nThe 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.\n\nNorthrop 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.\n