Worker Type
Regular
Job Description
Summary
The Senior Manager, Subcontracts Mgmt. provides the functional leadership and management of the Subcontract Management organization to achieve superior performance of key suppliers in meeting program objectives in cost, schedule, and technical performance. Works closely with Supply Chain Management in development policies, procedures, and best practices.
Position Responsibilities
With the Program and Project Managers, develop, execute, and maintain subcontract agreement specifications, statements of work, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and services with key subcontractors
Works on strategic proposals, RFI, RFP's & RFQ's which may include: Letters of Intent, Memorandums of Agreement, Teaming Agreements, Subcontract Agreements, NDA's, LTA’s and associated cost and price analyses
Supports bidder's conferences, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions including price and terms, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and administers resulting subcontracts, Task/Delivery orders and PO's
Monitors subcontract performance to ensure cost, technical, quality and contractual objectives are being met. Maintains subcontracting records in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation, AV's procurement policies and procedures and CPSR standards, as applicable
Participates with contracts administration and purchasing to develop and maintain effective subcontract policies and procedures, including the appropriate flow-down of prime contract requirements and applicable metrics for performance management.
Is an integral member of the overall Program team; develops solutions to complex problems that require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation
Ensures solutions are consistent with organization objectives and goals. Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment in coordination with program team and other functional representatives.
Focal point for all contractual communications and commitments pertaining to assigned subcontracts. Also, focal point with Finance, Contracts, Legal Affairs, and other AV departments for resolution of disputes and issues/opportunities with assigned subcontracts
Manages contract change process and works with Program Management, Engineering, Finance and other disciplines to identify, eliminate or reduce performance risks. With the assistance of AV's Quality organization, will play essential role in the coordination of Quality requirements and initiatives with subcontractors
Other duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
Bachelor's Degree in related discipline is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Minimum of 10+ years of directly related DoD and Commercial subcontracts experience
Minimum of 5 + years' experience in a team leadership role
Must have proven working knowledge of diverse contract types, medium to highly complex subcontracts for both products and services
Experience conducting detailed price/cost analysis, including subcontracts that exceed the Truthful cost and pricing data threshold
Experience negotiating with commercial and International Suppliers/Subcontractors
Solid working knowledge of procurement law, regulations, and legal concepts
Deep expertise in ITAR, DFARS, and FAR, with a proven track record of managing subcontracts
Has solid knowledge and understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations
Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills (written, verbal & presentation) required
Demonstrated project management skills and expertise in project portfolio management principles
Strong computer skills including PowerPoint, MS Office and Project Management tools (experience also with Oracle is a plus)
Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S. or Internationally as…