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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.At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we'll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you'll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector is seeking a Manager, Contracts Administration 2 to join their team in Rolling Meadows, IL. This position is perfect for the Contracts Manger that wants a broad scope; inclusive of:
- Major Full Rate Production
- People Leadership and development
- Integration efforts that include significant Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) and Foreign Military Sales (FMS)
- Ability to make decisions in a timely manner, offer guidance, and work cooperatively with a multitude of organizations ranging from technical, program, finance, supply chain, legal, export, and security.
- Review and approve contractual documents for protection of the company's contractual/risk posture, satisfaction of contractual requirements, and adherence to company policies. Therefore, a keen attention to detail is essential.
- Planning and executing successful contract negotiations of a complex nature and achieving targeted profit rates as well as favorable terms and conditions to assist in meeting profit and cash goals.
- Regular and proactive interface and effective collaboration with program, technical, and operations organizations in order to provide guidance and direction based upon the requirements of the resulting contracts.
- Ability to solve complex problems by actively seeking information and new ideas from a variety of sources.
- Demonstrate commitment and energy to meet customer needs with the ability to provide concise and effective communication through presentation, written documentation, or email format with different levels of Management.
- Conduct proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
- Build strong customer intimacy and employee engagement to assist with growing this important business area.
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution with 9+ years of relevant experience or Master's Degree with 7+ years of relevant experience in contract administration/management.
- Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management
- Knowledge and proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite of Applications
- Knowledge of ability to use SAP
- Proven leadership skills, interpersonal skills, and ability to mentor and train assigned staff
- Active Secret or Top Secret level clearance
- Proposal development and negotiation skills and the ability to build strong customer relations
About the Company
Northrop Grumman
Falls Church, VA, United States
We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level... Read more