Manager, Subcontracts & Procurement

KBR's Exploration & Logistics (E&L) division is the Team Behind the Mission®. We deliver mission critical services to the U.S. military and coalition partners around the world. Our key capabilities include base operations; contingency and expeditionary support; next generation asset management; digitally focused logistics; prepositioned stock; and integrated supply chain management.

Responsibilities

• Drive all aspects of major subcontract execution including cost, schedule, technical, and quality performance, ensuring full integration of subcontract work within the program (e.g., proposals, negotiations, contract execution).
• Manage the seamless integration of Subcontracts, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Planning teams.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the subcontractor and project management team, remaining accountable to Supply Chain leadership.
• Oversee the entire procurement cycle, coordinating between KBR’s technical team and suppliers across various functional teams.
• Address critical, time-sensitive, and complex issues including proposal evaluations, contract documentation, and modifications for contract changes.
• Assist in developing subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms & conditions for specialized materials, equipment, and services.
• Lead key supplier negotiations regarding cost, terms & conditions, and long-term agreements.
• Control costs, manage cost avoidance, and perform price analysis as required.
• Develop supplier sourcing strategies and metrics (scorecards) for all commodity products.
• Measure, manage, and improve supplier performance, initiating corrective actions when necessary.
• Research market trends to maintain a world-class procurement environment.
• Conduct ad-hoc analysis as requested by upper management and corporate supply chain leadership.
• Effectively manage and mentor the Purchasing/Subcontracts Team, ensuring they meet team objectives while being developed to maximize their potential. This includes conducting performance appraisals and identifying training and development needs.
• Implement initiatives to improve efficiency and sustain KPIs.
• Implement GR/IR strategies to promote timely payment to suppliers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree highly desired.
• Typically 15+ years of experience in procurement and subcontract management, with at least 3-5 years in a management role.
• Minimum 5-7 years of subcontracts management experience with negotiating Master Service Agreements and complex Subcontract Agreements.
• Proven experience in establishing scope of work and writing technical or non-technical documentation including Specifications, Statements of Work, Contracts/Subcontracts, and Supplier Deliverables.
• Experience supporting all subcontract types (IDIQ, Cost Reimbursable, Fixed Price, etc.), negotiations, terms and conditions, incentive arrangements, and order placement.
• US Government Contract Experience is highly desirable; specifically, experience with LOGCAP.
• Strong working knowledge of FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement).
• Significant experience negotiating Subcontract Agreements valued in the $25-$50M range.
• Experience managing and leading 25+ supply chain personnel is favorable.
• Proven experience managing Subcontract Administrators and Subcontract Supervisors.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written, verbal, and presentation, to effectively communicate business cases to all levels of peers, suppliers, and management.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels, including with international teams and suppliers.
• Strong project management, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to solve complex problems with excellent organizational skills.
• Background Check Required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Government Contractor / Government Solutions experience highly desirable.
• Experience managing international customer/supplier relationships.
• Proficiency in developing and tracking internal metrics.
• Strong background with Cost Analysis and Price Analysis.
• Strong Familiarity with IDIQ (Indefinite Delivery-Indefinite Quantity) type contracts.
• Significant experience working with and/or leading audits with DCMA including CPSR Audits, is highly preferred.
• Desire to work in a collaborative environment and effectively lead a diverse team.
• Strong ability to implement GR/IR strategies to promote on-time payment to suppliers.
• In-depth understanding of global procurement processes and supply chain management.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to guide a team to achieve objectives and maximize their potential.
• Ability to drive initiatives to improve efficiency and sustain KPIs.

Pay

The compensation range that we expect to pay for this position is between $135,000 - $185,000 per year. Ultimate compensation will depend on candidate location and experience.

Benefits

• 401K plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and AD&D
• Flexible spending account
• Disability coverage
• Paid time off or flexible work schedule
• Professional training and development for career advancement