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Key Responsibilities

Developing and executing sourcing and subcontract strategies. Leading RFx processes, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and contract awards. Drafting, negotiating,

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AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: AU- Secret (NV1)

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Northrop Grumman Australia, you'll help deliver critical Defence capability by building strong supplier partnerships and driving commercial outcomes across complex programs. Join a collaborative team where your expertise contributes to meaningful work that supports Australia's national security.

About the Role

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Based in Fortitude Valley QLD or Symonston ACT with flexible hybrid working arrangements, as a Subcontracts Specialist you will lead sourcing and subcontract activities from strategy through to contract award and ongoing management. Working closely with program teams, suppliers, and stakeholders, you'll ensure commercial solutions deliver value, manage risk, and support successful program outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing and executing sourcing and subcontract strategies.

  • Leading RFx processes, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and contract awards.

  • Drafting, negotiating, and managing subcontracts and contract variations.

  • Monitoring supplier performance and resolving commercial issues.

  • Building strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

  • Supporting Australian Industry Capability (AIC) initiatives.

  • Driving continuous improvement across subcontracting processes and practices.

You are a commercially minded professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys partnering with stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes. You bring strong negotiation skills, sound commercial judgement, and a commitment to delivering results with integrity

You'll bring:

  • Experience in subcontract management, procurement, contracts, or a similar commercial role.

  • Strong commercial acumen, including contract drafting and negotiation experience.

  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.

  • The ability to manage competing priorities and solve complex commercial challenges.

  • Experience working with suppliers and managing contract performance.

  • Strong attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

  • Defence, Aerospace, ASDEFCON, or export control experience (highly regarded).

  • Eligibility to obtain and maintain an NV1 Australian Government Security Clearance.

What We Offer

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Whatever your role, life stage or background, you can shape your career here in your way with highly challenging work, great colleagues and career development, plus a range of flexible benefits and working patterns.  

✓Professional development – further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training
✓Salary packaging including novated car leases and the option to purchase additional annual leave
✓Flexible working options, including hybrid working, 9 day fortnights, volunteer leave and varying start and finish times to suit your family needs
✓18 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid reservist leave
✓We offer all employees access to our Health & Wellbeing program and Employee Assistance program
✓Employee Discount Program
✓Employee Recognition Program

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Subcontracts Specialist