Pricing Analyst Level 2

About the position

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. Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Pricing Analyst- Level 2, to join our Launch & Missile Defense Systems - Missile Defense Systems team in Huntsville, AL. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. This position is expected to work at the Redstone Gateway facility. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible. #definingpossible

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage proposal efforts.
• Compile cost, schedule, and technical elements in the development of proposals in accordance with request for proposal (RFP) specifications, company policies, and Government regulations.
• Coordinate with contributors from cross-functional organizations to ensure quality proposals are submitted within customer deadlines.
• Work closely with Program Management and Supply Chain Management to ensure supplier quotes comply with requirements.
• Research and critically analyze large volumes of data using spreadsheet and data mining skills to isolate and prioritize key data.
• Work with the proposal team to develop creative solutions to complex contractual issues.
• Summarize and present detailed proposal information in internal management reviews and customer fact-finding meetings.
• Develop negotiation strategies and participate as a member of the contract negotiating team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of professional experience in proposal, pricing or financial related experience– OR – Master’s degree.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, nested formulas, macros, data validation), PowerPoint, and Word.
• Effective communicator with the ability to lead meetings in person and virtually and confidently convey pricing data to various stakeholders.
• Ability to efficiently collect, compile, and generate reports from large data sets.
• Ability to manage timelines and be adaptable to change in a fast paced, deadline driven environment without sacrificing work quality.
• Ability to efficiently utilize and quickly navigate MS Windows based PCs and standard business applications.
• Ability to work under general supervision.

Nice-to-haves

• Expertise with Excel Pivot Tables, VBA working with Macros.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and other Government Regulations.
• Proficiency in ProPricer.
• Experience working with Proposals.
• Experience conducting cost analysis and risk modeling.
• Experience with probability modeling (@Risk or Crystal Ball).
• Experience working with Basis of Estimate (BOE) and analyzing BOE quality.
• Experience with parametric modeling (such as SEER-SEM, PRICE True Planning, etc.).
• Understanding of Earned Value Management.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.