Contracts Senior Manager - R10223697

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START:
No

CLEARANCE TYPE:
None

TRAVEL:
No

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 not only part of history, they're making history.

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 Contracts Manager – Level 3 to join our Launch & Exploration Division - Propulsion Systems business unit team in Promontory, UT
. This position is 100% onsite. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible.

Northrop Grumman’s Propulsion System business unit is seeking a Senior Manager, Contracts to lead a Contracts team for our Space Exploration and Advanced Programs Operating Units. You will be 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.

• Responsible for highly effective internal/external customer contractual relations for multiple business segments
• 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 3 direct reports who are managers that 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
• Must be able to support the establishment of policies, processes, and tools and identify and communicate key contacts within the organization to assists the teams in understanding and performing their daily responsibilities
• 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)
• Other duties as assigned

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,…