Supply Chain Subcontracts Specialist – Level 4/5

Northrop Grumman

. Provide subcontracting process and compliance requirements guidance and subject matter expertise to junior Subcontract Specialists, Supplier Management Teams, and Integrated Product Team Leads .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $106,800 - $219,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in subcontract management, compliance, and procurement processes, with a strong focus on negotiation, audit coordination, and training. Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex subcontract packages while ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.

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Subcontract ManagementNegotiation SkillsCompliance ExpertiseAudit CoordinationSupplier Management

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Hard Skills

Subcontract NegotiationsProcurementContract ManagementCommercial Identification DeterminationsBid Package PreparationCost Reduction StrategiesRisk ManagementSubcontract Specifications DevelopmentTerms and Conditions ManagementSupplier Evaluation

Soft Skills

LeadershipTrainingIndependent WorkCommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeSAPCostpoint

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

SubcontractsProcurementComplianceAuditsGovernment ContractsSupplier ManagementInternational Subcontracts

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide subcontracting process and compliance requirements guidance and subject matter expertise to junior Subcontract Specialists, Supplier Management Teams, and Integrated Product Team Leads
Coordinate content for and often lead Division Subcontracts Community of Excellence meetings and “open hours”
Train junior personnel in Northrop Grumman’s Principles and Operating Procedures (PrOP)
Serve as the Division GSC focal point for internal and external audits, including coordinating responses to information requests with Sector audit personnel
Work toward long-range goals and objectives; initiate assignments and perform independently with minimal management oversight
Provide subject matter expertise in Commercial Identification Determinations (CID) and support complicated CID packages
Provide expertise in supplier and subcontract management
Provide surge support for proposals and subcontract execution through definitization, including preparing bid packages, conducting bidder conferences, and analyzing and evaluating proposals
Negotiate subcontract provisions, select or recommend subcontractors, write awards, and administer resulting subcontracts
Develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for specialized materials, equipment, and services
Identify strategies and opportunities to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field and 8+ years of relevant experience for Level 4, or 12+ years for Level 5
Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field and 6+ years of related experience for Level 4, or 10+ years for Level 5
An additional 4+ years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Experience with Subcontracts, Procurement, Contracts or other related field
Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance (U.S. citizenship a prerequisite)
Preferred: Experience working competitive and/or non-competitive US-government procurements/subcontracts
Preferred: Experience with SAP, Costpoint or related business application software
Preferred: Experience with Subcontract negotiations
Preferred: Experience with compliance and audits
Preferred: Experience managing international subcontracts
Preferred: Experience working Terms and Conditions exceptions

Benefits

Comp & perks

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