Small Business Liaison Officer

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Small Business Liaison Officer (Supply Chain Business Operations/Compliance Specialist.

Responsibilities include:

• Serves as a Small Business Liaison Officer (SBLO) in the Defense Systems Sector Office of Small Business Programs and leads efforts to meet subcontracting plan goal requirements

• Works with multiple internal stakeholders 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

• 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

• 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, SBA.GOV, and agency SB program offices

• 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

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

• May attend small business outreach events and represent Northrop Grumman’s Office of Small Business Programs as a participant

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

• 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

• 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 2 years experience (or 1 year of related experience with a Masters) or minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in defense or aerospace systems and/or management in development or production projects in lieu of a degree

• Ability to pull analyze spend data and prepare 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 build and maintain positive working relationships at all levels of the enterprise

• Ability to travel 10% as needed

• Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint Skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in procurement/subcontract management in a CPSR environment

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

Primary Level Salary Range: $67,200.00 - $100,800.00

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.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.