Northrop Grumman is seeking a Senior Small Business/Supplier Diversity Specialist (Sr. Principal Supply Chain Business Operations/Compliance Specialist).
Responsibilities include:

Serves as a Small Business Liaison Officer (SBLO) supporting the Strategic Deterrent Systems Division and leads efforts to meet/exceed subcontracting plan goal requirements

* Ensures appropriate identification, qualification, and inclusion of Small Business (SB), Small Disadvantaged Businesses (SDB), Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and small businesses in Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZone) throughout program execution

* Works with Supply Chain, Program, and Contracts teams to ensure compliance with FAR Part 19 Small Business Programs and federal contract requirements related to small business laws, regulations and company policies and procedures

* Collaborates with Engineering/Program, Quality, and Supply Chain teams early in the Make/Buy process for maximum consideration for awards (work) to small businesses

* Works with proposal teams to interpret small business requirements, identify and vet small businesses for opportunities to support program requirements, provide small business subcontracting past performance information, and prepare small business participation and commitment plans and individual small business subcontracting plans for federal proposals and contracts

* Monitors adherence to subcontracting plan goals on active, reportable programs during contract execution and works with program teams to improve subcontracting performance

* Analyzes PO data and produces monthly, quarterly, and semiannual reports for internal analysis and reporting

* Prepares and submits semi-annual Individual Subcontracting Reports (ISRs) and additional small business reports as needed

* Leads training initiatives to educate internal stakeholders on small business and supplier diversity requirements, programs, and systems

* Acts as the focal point for small businesses interested in becoming a Northrop Grumman supplier or expanding their current support

* Validates supplier information and conducts market research and intelligence as needed using various external sites/systems like USA Spending, Federal Procurement Data System, and System for Award Management, Dynamic Small Business Search, SBA.GOV, and agency SB program offices

* Collects and disseminates supplier capability and pursuit information; may facilitate introductions to BD, capture, program and buying groups and will follow-up for disposition

* Interacts with internal and external personnel on a variety of significant matters often requiring coordination with various business functions across the enterprise

* Manages workloads, priorities, and deadline requirements to meet the needs of internal/external customers with respect to proposals, data analysis, reporting, and Ad-hoc requests and approvals

* Attends outreach events and represents the company's supplier diversity program as a participant and/or panelist as needed

* Assists in compliance reviews with the Small Business Administration, DCMA, Internal/External Audit, and other oversight agencies as required

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering and/or technical discipline and a minimum of 8 years experience (or 6 years of related experience with a Masters) or minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree in defense or aerospace systems and/or management in development or production projects

* Experience supporting US Government proposals and ability to write/develop Small Business Subcontracting Plans, Participation Plans, and other proposal documents as needed

* Preparing reports and metrics as needed for decision making and other purposes

* Strong organizational and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, with all levels of management and individual contributors.

* Ability to make independent decisions and problem solve while managing multiple tasks effectively and without compromising quality of work

* Ability to network, collaborate, and influence

* Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships on a global basis at all levels of the enterprise

* Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance

* Ability to travel 10-20%

* Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint Skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in procurement/subcontract management in a CPSR environment

* Advanced understanding of FAR 19.704 requirements and DCMA Small Business Subcontracting Program Compliance Reviews

* Active DoD secret clearance

Salary Range: $95,000 - $164,900
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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.