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Sr Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist - Proposal Lead

Northrop Grumman

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$106,800 - $176,300
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Sunnyvale, CA (On-Site/Office)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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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, 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 - and 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 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.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Sr. Supply Chain Planning Specialist to support proposal activities to support proposal activities based out at Sunnyvale, CA. The preference is to have this as a full time onsite position in Sunnyvale, CA. We will consider a full time remote opportunity for the right candidate.

What You Will Get To Do:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Develop efficient and effective proposal execution plans in response to solicitations from U.S. Government and other customers
  • Collaborate with the core internal and external team (Contracts, Pricing, Program, etc) teams to develop strategy, review supplier quotes for compliance, and oversee overall proposal requirements for on time submission
  • Identify and investigate impediments, analyze possible alternatives, resolve the root cause/bottlenecks and follow through on actions in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Compile, analyze, and present proposal-related data
  • Attend proposal kick-off meetings, fact-finding meetings and other required adhoc meetings to drive adherence to schedule and monitor risk to address volatility in proposal requirements, deadlines, and our offering
  • Lead departmental kick off meetings, document compilation
  • Supports internal customer-facing teams with customer requests, negotiations, and reworks of submitted proposals
  • Perform comprehensive review of all elements of cost including direct labor, material, to ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and Northrop Grumman procedures.
  • Oversees proposal process from initiation through completion


Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications for a Level 4 Senior Principal Proposal Analyst:
  • Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics or related discipline with 8 years of proposal, pricing, contracts, or project management experience OR a Master's degree in business, finance, economics or related discipline with 6 years of proposal, pricing, contracts, or project management experience
  • Supply Chain experience within Government Contracting
  • Experience with SAP
  • Experience with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level Security Clearance
  • Must be a US Citizen


Preferred Qualifications
  • Recent experience as a Proposal Lead, Project Manager, Supply Chain, Business Management or Contracts
  • Experience with proposal development, cost estimating & pricing, or various contract types, such as FFP and T&M.
  • Experience with U.S. Marine systems related customers
  • Knowledge and understanding of the U.S. Government's acquisition process including federal procurement regulations (FAR/DFAR)


What We Can Offer You:

Northrop 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.

Your 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!

Primary Level Salary Range: $106,800.00 - $176,300.00

The 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's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending 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.

The 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.

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. 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.
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