Contract Administration Manager 3

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.

Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.

Are you interested in expanding your career through experience and exposure, all while supporting a mission that seeks to ensure the security of our nation and its allies? If so, then Northrop Grumman Space Sector is the place for you. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Sr. Manager, Contracts Manager Level 3 (Senior Manager), to join our Launch & Missile Defense Systems - Propulsion Systems team in Magna, UT. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible. #definingpossible

Northrop Grumman’s Propulsion System business unit is seeking a Sr. Manager, Contracts to lead a Contracts team for our Commercial OU. The Sr. Manager, Contracts is responsible for leading, strategizing, and conducting proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration and customer contact activities to provide and ensure proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer requirements. The lead will also oversee and direct the daily activities of Contracts employees engaged in these activities.

In this job, you will:

• Responsible for highly effective internal/external customer contractual relations for a business segment

• Responsible for the effective review, negotiation, management, and closeout of contracts

• Responsible for the effective strategy, coordination, pricing, approval, submittal, and negotiation of proposals

• Primary responsibility for effective customer negotiations of contract scope, price, terms, and conditions

• Provide advice and counsel to senior leadership on contractual rights/obligations and interpretation of terms and conditions, as well as methods for change, risk assessment and mitigation, and cash management

• Must be able to successfully manage multiple moderately complex contracts and contract actions simultaneously that may involve significant risk with little consultation with management

• Work under general supervision while using sound judgment to develop creative solutions to both routine and complex contractual matters while ensuring business unit compliance with customer requirements and company policies,

• Must be able to serve as an example and mentor to 2-3 direct reports, professionally lead and direct the daily activities of the contracts management employees, and delegate work assignments; to ensure compliance, accuracy, and accomplish timely work assignment completion

• Lead and/or participate in team building with internal functions (e.g. Program Management, Finance, Engineering, Safety and Mission Assurance, Supply Chain Management and Business Development)

As a leader with integrity, you ensure ethical conduct, balanced results, and partner satisfaction. You respect and nurture growth, fostering inclusivity. Skilled in building diverse teams and customer trust, you communicate well, champion excellence, and embrace change.

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