Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

Northrop Grumman

. Source and procure complex, specialized goods and services .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeEl Segundo • California • United StatesLead💰 $75,800 - $141,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement and subcontract management, ensuring compliance with FAR and DFARS regulations while driving supplier performance and cost-efficiency. Proficient in utilizing Lean Six Sigma tools to enhance quality and continuous improvement in supply chain processes.

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Procurement ManagementSubcontract ManagementFAR ComplianceLean Six SigmaSupplier Performance Monitoring

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Hard Skills

ProcurementSubcontractsContractsProposalsProgram IntegrationSupplier SelectionCost ReductionRisk ManagementMicrosoft OfficeSAP/MRP

Soft Skills

CollaborationRelationship BuildingNegotiationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD Secret Level Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

U.S. Government ProgramsNGAS Subcontracting TermsPublic Law RequirementsGovernment-Approved Purchasing System

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Source and procure complex, specialized goods and services
Own contractual management for suppliers
Manage subcontract sourcing, proposal evaluation, negotiation, award, execution, administration, and closeout
Manage supplier performance throughout the subcontracting lifecycle
Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, public law requirements, and company policies
Identify cost-reduction, efficiency-improvement, and risk-management opportunities through negotiations
Collaborate with legal, contracts, finance, planning, operations, program management, engineering, and quality stakeholders
Monitor and manage supplier schedule, cost, technical, and quality performance for U.S. Government programs
Interface with supplier leadership teams to drive contractual performance
Cultivate relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders
Contribute to Program Risk and Opportunity management
Use Lean Six Sigma process tools with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Supply Chain Specialist: Bachelor's Degree with 2 years of experience, Master's Degree, or High School Diploma and 6 years of experience
Principal Supply Chain Specialist: Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of experience, Master's Degree with 3 years, or High School Diploma and 9 years of experience
Experience in Procurement, Subcontracts, Contracts, Proposals, Sustainment, Program Integration, or another Global Supply Chain-related field
Experience with Microsoft Office
Experience with SAP/MRP or related business application software
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Level Security Clearance and Special Program Access within a reasonable amount of time
Working knowledge of FAR and DFARS regulations preferred
Supplier selection/management experience on U.S. Government contracts preferred
Experience working within a government-approved purchasing system preferred
Familiarity with NGAS Subcontracting terms and conditions preferred
U.S. Citizenship is required for positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions

Benefits

Comp & perks

9/80 work schedule – with every other Friday OFF
Overtime eligibility may apply
Shift differential may apply
Discretionary bonus eligibility
Health insurance coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Savings plan
Company-paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Relocation assistance is not available