Job DescriptionWe are searching for a Senior Subcontracts Administrator at our Combat Mission Systems sites.
In this role, you will be responsible for the management of the complete procurement process from proposal preparation activities, negotiations, administration of subcontracts and execution of supplier management activities to provide for the acquisition of equipment and services in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications for Programs for the U.S. and international customers.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform subcontract negotiation and subcontract administration on new and existing subcontracts
- Perform day-to-day subcontract administration in support of assigned subcontracts
- Administer full life cycle subcontract management, including but not limited to proposal support, negotiations of non-disclosure agreements and teaming agreements, preparation of solicitations packages to subcontractors, evaluation of subcontractor proposals, price analysis, negotiations of terms and conditions, award of subcontracts, subcontract administration, issue resolution and closeout activities
- Maintain subcontract proposal and contract documents in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies
- Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS and Prime Contract flow-down provisions, company policies and procedures, and subcontract provisions across the program
- Review solicitations and Prime Contract awards to effectively flow down required documents and clauses
- Prior experience participating in a CPSR audit and understanding of compliance requirements
- Negotiate terms and conditions in addition to nondisclosure agreements, proprietary information agreements, blanket agreements, teaming agreements and long-term supply agreements
- Review and process subcontractor invoices to ensure compliance with the contractual requirements
- Perform data entry using various databases and perform any other duties or tasks as assigned
Note about Location: This is a Hybrid-friendly role and may be supported from either Minneapolis, MN or Sterling Heights, MI.
Required Skills and Education- Typically requires a Bachelors degree and four years related experience, or the overall equivalent
- Familiarity with defense aerospace industry & regulations and an good understanding of the role of subcontractors in complex industries
- Experience as a senior level individual contributor with experience supporting major procurement efforts in a Department of War (DOW) contracting environment
- Knowledge of FAR and DFARS regulations and the nature of flow-down requirements
- Knowledge of ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulation) and EAR (Export Administration Regulation)
- International Procurement experience
- Understanding/knowledge of CPSR audits and requirements
- Comprehensive understanding of subcontractor solicitations and bid analysis/process
- Strong working experience generating, negotiating and executing major subcontracts
- Demonstrable experience of negotiating terms and conditions
- Demonstrated ability to resolve contractual conflicts with subcontractors through negotiations and contractual vehicles
- Project / Supplier Management
- Financial Acumen
- Strategic/Critical Thinking
- Ability to find win-win solutions; a "make it happen" attitude
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook)
Preferred Skills and Education- A clear understanding of regulatory and trade compliance, particularly with regards to export and import controls
- Advanced degree and/or certification in CPSM, CPM, CIPS or CFCM
- Experience in working in industries with highly regulated environments desirable
