Manager Subcontracts 3

About the Team

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's 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's history—from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean to stealth bombers and 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.

Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work. We have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history; they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Manager Subcontracts 3 to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals within our Global Supply Chain Subcontracts organization. This leadership role is located onsite in Rancho Bernardo, CA.

About the Role

As a Manager Subcontracts 3, you will lead a team of approximately 15 individual contributors and 2 managers through the execution of all phases of the Subcontracts lifecycle. You will support a dynamic, fast-paced restricted program, sourcing and procuring specialized goods and services while owning contractual management and responsibility for suppliers.

You will drive strategic and targeted negotiations to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and manage risk. Your day-to-day involves developing subcontract specifications, managing performance to ensure compliance with public law and company policies, and utilizing process tools like Lean Six Sigma to drive quality and continuous improvement. You will also manage and develop strategic/key suppliers and review supplier payments as needed.

We offer flexible work arrangements, including a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers in a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services.

Our Values

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same:

• We do the right thing: Upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team.
• We do what we promise: Holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results.
• We commit to shared success: Operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams.
• We pioneer: Setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.

Hiring Process & Application

The application period for this job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date, though this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit northropgrumman.com.