Level 3 Communications, Inc

Manager, Subcontracts

Level 3 Communications, Inc$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 9+ years of management experience, or a graduate degree with 7+ years, or 13+ years of relevant experience without a degree.
  • Proficient in government procurement and contract negotiation, particularly above the TINA threshold.
  • Strong leadership experience managing teams in a supply chain or procurement context.
  • Knowledge of FAR/DFAR requirements and best practices in government contracting.
  • Demonstrated capability in performance and project management.

Responsibilities

  • Lead negotiation strategies for complex government contracts.
  • Oversee contract execution and procurement activities throughout the product life cycle.
  • Support multiple government programs, focusing on 1-5 complex suppliers.
  • Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to influence contract approaches.
  • Drive project and process improvements across the organization.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to subcontract managers and procurement professionals.

Benefits

  • Flexible 9/80 work schedule, providing every other Friday off.
  • Opportunity for professional development in a leadership role within a growing organization.
  • Engagement in highly visible projects that influence government programs.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Manager, Subcontracts

Job Code: 39267

Job Loc ation: Huntsville, AL

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

The Subcontracts Manager leads supply chain and procurement activities with a strong foundation in leadership and project management. This role develops negotiation strategies and leads supplier negotiations for complex government contracts above the TINA threshold. The position also oversees contract execution and manages procurements throughout the full product life cycle. The manager supports multiple Government programs, with a focus on 1-5 highly visible or complex suppliers. This role leads significant project and process improvement efforts, both within and beyond the immediate functional area. The position communicates across internal and external stakeholders to influence practices, processes, and approaches. It also provides guidance to other employees while applying sound professional judgment and procurement expertise. This role requires adherence to established procedures and policies and includes approximately 20% travel.

Essential Functions:

  • Travel: This role requires about 20% travel.
  • Relationship Management: Establishes strong partnership with the internal L3Harris customers to understand and align with the business needs and objectives.
  • Performance Management: Manage large team of subcontracts managers and procurement professionals.


Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant management experience; or a Graduate degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related management experience; or in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of prior related Management experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

Government buying experience and familiarity with FAR/DFAR requirements

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