Level 3 Communications, Inc

Principal Subcontracts

Level 3 Communications, Inc$115K — $247K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with 12 years of related experience or Graduate Degree with 10 years; 16 years of experience in lieu of degree.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems like SAP or Costpoint.
  • Secret clearance preferred but not required.
  • Understanding of various contract types including FFP, FPIF, T&M, and cost reimbursement.
  • Experience as Cost Account Manager for Subcontracts is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Supply Chain acquisition process from proposal to execution.
  • Manage relationships with suppliers to meet Program and Corporate objectives.
  • Oversee project status, budgets, and forecasts through effective Change Management.
  • Negotiate and draft contract vehicles and agreements with subcontractors.
  • Ensure subcontractors meet cost, schedule, and quality performance standards.
  • Mentor and guide team members to achieve productivity goals.
  • Travel up to 25% nationally to manage supplier relationships.

Benefits

  • Health and disability insurance
  • 401(k) match
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Education assistance
  • Parental leave
  • Paid time off and company-paid holidays
Full Job Description
Job Title: Subcontracts, Principal

Job Location: Palm Bay FL, Anaheim CA, Northampton MA, Camden NJ

Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

Brief description on primary job responsibilities
  • Subject matter expert with knowledge of job area and in-depth knowledge of project management, with the ability to lead all aspects of the Supply Chain acquisition process from proposal stage through Program award and execution.
  • Strong understanding of baseline centric execution and Change Management with the ability to review status of projects, budgets, forecasts, EVMS; prepare status reports
  • Develop, maintain and manage strategic relationships with suppliers to achieve Program, Customer and Corporate goals for sales, orders and profit
  • Strong ability to manage cross-functional relationships to integrate the supply chain team into program development and execution
  • Manage Subcontractor's cost, schedule and technical performance, and ensure that L3Harris and its Customer objectives are achieved, including on-time delivery, exceptional quality, and affordability.
  • Negotiation expertise to include drafting and negotiating contract vehicles including Subcontracts, Letter Subcontracts, Teaming Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements and Sole Source Agreements
  • Manage Subcontractor's cost, schedule and technical performance, and ensure that L3Harris and its Customer objectives are achieved, including on-time delivery, exceptional quality, and affordability.
  • Up to 25% travel (all over the country to suppliers)

Essential Functions:
  • Motivated self-starter well versed in the overall Supply Chain Process Flow
  • Apply expertise in managing complex subcontracts, including hardware, software, complex services subcontracts, and follow-on/production subcontracts
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with a wide array of professional levels and functions
  • Lead, mentor, and review the work of team members to maintain workflow and productivity and ensure weekly objectives are achieved
  • Provide input on talent and performance management decisions for team
  • Ability to navigate FAR/DFARS regulations and internal procedures for compliance
  • Support Small Business initiatives
  • Follow strategic direction set by Program and functional leadership

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 12 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.
  • ERP system experience (ie SAP/Costpoint)

Preferred Additional Skills:
  • Secret clearance preferred
  • Experience in the following contract types: FFP, FPIF, T&M, Labor Hour, Cost Reimbursement (w/fixed-fee, incentive fee or award fee)
  • Experience as Cost Account Manager for Subcontracts managing budgets and sales forecasting
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Products
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills


In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $115,500-247,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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