Manager Subcontracts

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Yes, 25% 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.

NGMS Global Supply Chain partners strategically with programs to drive best in class decisions, deliver customer satisfaction, and uphold integrity and teamwork. We value our people and suppliers as essential partners in keeping the world safe.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) is seeking a Subcontract Manager 1 to support the Naval and Oceanic Systems (NOS) Business Unit (BU).

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Location:

Charlottesville, VA

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Schedule:

9/80 work schedule – with every other Friday OFF!

• Team:
Global Supply Chain

• Extras:
Opportunities for occasional travel and excellent career growth potential

Lead and grow a high performing team of 4–5 Subcontracts Administrators and Buyers. Manage the full subcontract lifecycle for the Maritime Systems & Integration and Strategic Programs operating units of the Naval and Oceanic Systems (NOS) business unit. Ensure priorities align with business objectives, maintain strong program team engagement, and communicate status to NGMS and GSC stakeholders.

The most pivotal program out of the Charlottesville facility is the Offshore Patrol Cutter, Stage 2 Program (OPC
2), which hinges on a tightly coordinated supply chain, complex systems integration, and adherence to rigorous defense industry standards. Charlottesville’s Manager of Subcontracts 1 will lead the buying/subcontracts team in supporting delivery of supplies for all critical materials central to the cutter’s maneuvering and endurance capabilities.

Charlottesville’s Manager of Subcontracts 1 is the nexus of accountability that keeps OPC2’s subcontracting activities coherent, compliant, and on track. Their leadership supports the program’s ability to deliver a fleet ready mobile OPC on time, within budget, and to the high level performance standards required by the customer.

• Leadership & Development – Mentor, coach, and assign workloads to drive timely execution of daily requirements.
• Program Integration – Build effective relationships with functional teams; translate program needs into clear procurement actions.
• Strategic Procurement – Design and negotiate long term agreements, sourcing partnerships, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Policy & Process – Contribute to the evolution of agile, efficient, and compliant GSC policies and procedures.
• Compliance – Ensures compliance with all regulatory and public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations.
• Contracting Expertise – Deep knowledge of Department of War (DoW) and non-DoW contracting terms and conditions, compliance, and lifecycle processes.
• Leadership & Communication – Proven ability to lead a diverse team, articulate strategies orally and in writing, and negotiate effectively.
• Strategic Thinking – Experience in developing subcontracting strategies that align with business and program goals.
• Stakeholder Management – Track record of engaging cross functional teams and communicating status to senior stakeholders.

• Lead, mentor, coach, guide, motivate, challenge, train, and support team of 4-5 subcontract administrators and buyers.
• Review/status proposal and active subcontract…