Supply Chain Legal Contracts Advisor

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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.

About Us

Northrop Grumman Space Sector’s Launch and Missile Defense Systems (LMDS) is an industry-leading provider for launch systems capabilities serving national security, military, civil and commercial customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable, and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible.

LMDS has an opening for a Senior Supply Chain Advisor to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will an on-site position, preferably in our Chandler, AZ office location. However, this position may also report on-site to our Huntsville, AL, Promontory, UT, or Magna, UT locations.

Job Description

As a Staff Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist you will have a critical role in supporting the supply chain organization. The selected candidate will review, analyze, interpret, and draft strategic agreements. Position will require complex negotiations with our strategic and critical suppliers to establish favorable contractual positions and to settle disputes.

Candidate will liaise with the Law Department, Programs, Supply Chain, and Engineering to foster long and short-term business relationships with our supply base. Individual will need to be adaptable and ready and willing to work on long term strategic and risk avoidance initiatives.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree with a minimum of 15 years’ experience in U.S. Government supply chain, contracts, legal support or a related field; or 13 years’ experience with a Masters, MBA
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited Law School
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S security clearance is required
• Demonstrated experience in the analysis and negotiation of complex contractual terms and conditions, problem solving, and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to upholding ethical standards, integrity, and confidentiality in all aspects of work

As an employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package which includes:• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage• 401k• Educational Assistance• Life Insurance• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions• Paid Time Off• Health & Wellness Resources• Employee DiscountsThis position’s standard work schedule is 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of work.

Salary Range: $130,100.00 - $195,100.00

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.