Subcontracts Manager I

About the role

Directs the daily operation and leads the performance of a Subcontracts Administration staff establishing and managing subcontracts. Assist Compliance Managers to develop, implement, and direct policies, practices, and procedures which are in accordance with federal, commercial, state/local, and/or international Procurement regulations. Must be an excellent negotiator, capable of negotiating price, scope, Terms & Conditions and Prime Contract flow downs.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve complex basis of estimates for Prime Contract proposals and ensure compliance with Truthful Cost or Pricing Data.
• Lead and manage a team of Subcontracts professionals at various experience levels in proposal preparation, subcontract negotiations, subcontract management/administration, and manage subcontracts for assigned programs, including planning, negotiating, administering and executing proposals and subcontract agreements.
• Develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with both internal and external customers.
• Responsible for procurement compliance and Cost/Price Analysis and the review/signing of Proprietary Information Agreements.
• Drive Zero Defect initiatives with supply base.
• Develops/validates subcontract specifications, work statements, Subcontract Management Plans and Terms and Conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, supplies and services of a highly specialized nature which may require alterations and lead activities of subcontract administration teams on assigned programs required for the sourcing of complex (i.e., engineering development) programs for material, software, and services.
• Prepare/review proposals, develop evaluation criteria, negotiate subcontract provisions, select or recommend subcontractors, write subcontract packages for review, prepare awards and administer resulting subcontracts and negotiate additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts and resolve invoice issues.
• Aid in planning, developing, and executing corporate training and organizational development plan for Subcontracts personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline
• 10+ years of directly related work experience preferably in a government contracting environment
• Strong experience managing Subcontracts or Procurement team
• Experience in a large multifaceted electronic manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with defense aerospace industry & regulations

Qualifications

• Ability to motivate and manage personnel
• Knowledge of FAR and DFAR regulations and the nature of flow down requirements
• Understanding of the role of subcontractors in complex industries
• Ability to resolve contractual conflicts with subcontractors through negotiations and contractual vehicles
• Comprehensive understanding of subcontractor solicitations and bid analysis/process
• Identify/assess Risks & Opportunities throughout the duration of the program
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management/organization skills
• Ability to find win-win solutions; a “make it happen” attitude
• Ability to develop and implement organizational changes as required to meet a changing environment
• Ability to work closely with Contracts, Finance, Project Managers, and various Compliance Teams (proposal compliance and procurement compliance)

Skills

• Ability to negotiate price, scope, Terms & Conditions and Prime Contract flow downs
• Strong experience generating, negotiating and executing major subcontracts and purchase agreements, with the financial acumen to evaluate pricing, cost impacts, and contractual risk
• Experience leading major procurement efforts in a Department of Defense (DOD) contracting environment, FAR, DFAR, ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulation) and EAR (Export Administration Regulation)
• Experience in project and supplier management
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong strategic and critical thinking skills, with excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Willingness and desire for continuous improvement
• Generosity of thought and knowledge

Benefits

Full-Time Salary Range: $118747 - $201870

Employee Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; life and accident insurance; employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. 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. Recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.