Sr. Subcontracts Administrator

About the role

In support of a Business Area with over $1 billion in annual revenue and material spend in the hundreds of millions, procure materials, equipment, supplies and services of a highly-specialized and complex nature based on program-specific requirements and specifications. Develops subcontracts in accordance with specifications, requirements, work statements, and terms and conditions. Lead activities of subcontract administration teams on assigned programs required for the sourcing of complex programs for material, software, and services.

Responsibilities

• Prepare/review proposals, develop evaluation criteria, negotiate subcontract provisions, select or recommend subcontractors, write subcontract packages for review, prepare awards and administer resulting subcontracts.
• Negotiate additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts and resolve invoice issues.
• Follow and execute to established and approved procurement policies and procedures in order to provide the best value consistent with quality and service requirements while maintaining good supplier relations.
• Responsible for Procurement Compliance and Cost/Price Analysis.
• Emphasize supplier engagement, management, development and production ramp-up in addition to negotiating and ensuring compliance to high value/complex subcontracts.

Requirements

• Required Skills and Education: Experience in a large, complex multifaceted electronics design & manufacturing environment, familiarity with defense aerospace industry & regulations, and understanding of the role of subcontractors in complex industries.
• Experience leading major procurement efforts in a Department of Defense (DOD) contracting environment, knowledge of FAR and DFAR regulations and the nature of flow down requirements, knowledge of ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulation) and EAR (Export Administration Regulation), understanding/knowledge of CPSR audits and requirements, comprehensive understanding of subcontractor solicitations and bid analysis/process, strong working experience generating, negotiating and executing major subcontracts/purchases, demonstrated ability to resolve contractual conflicts with subcontractors through negotiations and contractual vehicles, project / supplier management, financial acumen, proven leadership and organizational change experience, excellent verbal and written communication, excellent time management/organizational skills, strong experience managing Subcontracts or Procurement team, strategic/critical thinking, willingness and desire for continuous improvement, generosity of thought and knowledge, well versed with Oracle ERP system, secret clearance or secret eligible, cost analysis experience (COPD, CID, Competitive), earned value management and lifecycle management experience, 4 plus years’ experience in operations, supply chain, procurement, professional supply chain certification: C.P.M., C.P.S.M., P.M.P., graduate degree in a related field, contracts / legal background.

Qualifications

• Preferred Skills and Education: Willingness and desire for continuous improvement, generosity of thought and knowledge, well versed with Oracle ERP system, secret clearance or secret eligible, cost analysis experience (COPD, CID, Competitive), earned value management and lifecycle management experience, 4 plus years’ experience in operations, supply chain, procurement, professional supply chain certification: C.P.M., C.P.S.M., P.M.P., graduate degree in a related field, contracts / legal background.

Skills

• Strong working experience generating, negotiating and executing major subcontracts/purchases.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve contractual conflicts with subcontractors through negotiations and contractual vehicles.
• Strategic/Critical Thinking.
• Willingness to find win-win solutions; a “make it happen” attitude.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook).

Benefits

Full-Time Salary Range: $82779 - $140723
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.