Subcontracts Specialist, IT Support, Software

Responsibilities

• Cook up with and lead internal stakeholders to identify IT needs, specifications/requirements and development of associated Subcontracting strategies.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies to source IT suppliers efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and negotiate contracts and agreements per RFQ/RFP guidelines.
• Manage the entire procurement lifecycle, from supplier selection and contract negotiation to performance monitoring and contract renewal.
• Collaborate with IT and Legal teams to ensure contracts and agreements comply with company policies and relevant regulations.
• Interface with key Vast Customers including IT, Protect, Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering and senior leadership to understand the strategic direction, IT and Info Systems requirements and business priorities.
• Monitor supplier performance, resolve any issues or disputes, and enforce contract terms as necessary.
• Directly manage suppliers for Indirect spend, develop and utilize supplier scorecards, quarterly business reviews; measuring contract compliance and other key metrics to ensure targets/ schedules are being met and value is being delivered to the business.
• Seek alternate and innovative ideas to provide business solutions, challenge requirements and specifications to create competitive advantage.
• Ensure all procurement activities are conducted in accordance with proper procedures and protocols.
• Track execution to sourcing and procurement plans for all projects per cost and timeline.

Requirements

• Experience in negotiating software and IT contracts, including but not limited to, pricing, lead times and favorable terms and conditions.
• Experience in generating RFPs and managing delivery schedules.
• Experience in all aspects of the Indirect Procurement process, from demand identification through fulfillment.
• Ability to negotiate for indirect products including, SaaS and hardware.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in an Engineering or Business-related field or equivalent years of work experience.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience with subcontracts, purchasing or contracts within an aerospace environment.
• Negotiation skills with contracts exceeding $1 million with tight deadline requirements.
• Demonstrated executive presence and communications, demonstrated experience in generating and conducting briefings to senior leadership.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.
• Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones.