Subcontracts Administrator – Level 3/4

Northrop Grumman

. Source and procure specialized goods and services .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeRemote • Arizona • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $81,400 - $160,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement management, including sourcing specialized goods and services, managing subcontract performance, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Proficient in developing RFP packages, negotiating contracts, and utilizing Lean Six Sigma tools for continuous improvement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Contractual ManagementSupplier Performance EvaluationRequest For Proposal (RFP) PreparationLean Six Sigma Process ToolsFAR Provisions Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Subcontract ManagementCost Reduction StrategiesSupplier Quality MonitoringNegotiation SkillsFinancial ForecastingPublic Law ComplianceProcurement Terms DevelopmentSupplier DevelopmentRisk ManagementContract Proposal Execution

Soft Skills

Stakeholder CoordinationAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadership SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Government Secret Security ClearanceDoD Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Firm Fixed PriceCost Plus IncentiveTime & MaterialLabor HourIDIQGSC PoliciesPublic LawAcquisition ProcessSupplier PaymentsLogistics Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Source and procure specialized goods and services
Own contractual management of suppliers
Manage source selection from contract proposal through execution
Coordinate with contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, program, and end-user stakeholders
Develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and procurement terms and conditions
Prepare RFP packages; analyze and evaluate proposals; negotiate provisions; select or recommend subcontractors; write awards; and administer subcontracts
Evaluate and monitor supplier quality, reliability, and delivery capability with the quality organization
Identify cost-reduction, efficiency, and risk-management opportunities through negotiations
Manage and lead supplier financial forecasting accuracy
Manage subcontract performance and ensure compliance with public law, company policies, business procedures, and import/export regulations
Assess supplier performance and follow up on business practices
Provide documentation to logistics, transportation, and warehouse organizations for proper receipt recording
Manage and develop strategic/key suppliers
Review and approve supplier payments as needed
Use Lean Six Sigma process tools with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience, or Master’s degree with 3 years, or PhD with 1 year for Level 3
Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience, or Master’s degree with 6 years, or PhD with 4 years for Level 4
An additional 4+ years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
Current and active DoD security clearance preferred
Experience managing major subcontracts preferred
Experience managing subcontract types including Firm Fixed Price, Cost Plus Incentive or Fixed Fee, Time & Material, Labor Hour, and IDIQ preferred
Familiarity with FAR provisions and GSC policies and procedures preferred
DoD security clearance and U.S. Citizenship preferred/required for obtaining and maintaining clearance
Experience preparing subcontractor Request for Proposal (RFP) packages and supporting the acquisition process preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Overtime eligibility, depending on position
Shift differential, depending on position
Discretionary bonus
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company-paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business