Senior Specialist, Subcontracts

L3HHCM20•Denver, CO

4d•$79,500 - $170,500•Remote

About The Position

Procurement Professional with strong knowledge of supply chain and procurement with broad knowledge of project management. This role manages complex procurements, projects and processes that can be inside or outside of their immediate job area. Typically, responsible for managing multiple Government procurements in support of multiple Government Programs. Explains, interprets, communicates and achieves cooperation on policies, procedures and practices with internal and external customers. Typically provides guidance and assistance to other employees. This position requires following established procedures and policies to perform assigned tasks. Requires use and/or application of supply chain/procurement principles, theories, and concepts learned from prior experiences with the analysis of the issues. Work is performed with general oversight.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant subcontracts experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related subcontracts experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related subcontracts experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting defense, aerospace, or other government contracting environments
Strong knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and subcontract flow-down requirements
Experience developing statements of work, requests for proposal, and subcontract terms and conditions for complex materials, hardware, software, or services
Familiarity with cost analysis, price analysis, negotiation strategy development, and subcontractor risk assessment methodologies
Experience administering cost-reimbursement, fixed-price, time-and-materials, and other subcontract types
Experience managing complex subcontract modifications, change activity, funding actions, and supplier performance issues
Working knowledge of export compliance considerations, including International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR)
Experience supporting audits, compliance reviews, CPSR-related activity, or internal control requirements
Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams, resolve complex supplier issues, and drive subcontract execution in a fast-paced environment
Experience mentoring junior team members or serving as a resource for less experienced professionals
Working knowledge of export compliance considerations, including International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR)
Experience supporting subcontract modifications, funding actions, earned value considerations, or supplier performance improvement initiatives

Responsibilities

Develop and execute subcontract strategies to align with program and organizational objectives, while effectively managing risks and ensuring compliance with procurement policies.
Lead negotiations to establish subcontract agreements with favorable terms and conditions. Manage contracts throughout their lifecycle, ensuring all parties adhere to agreed terms.
Monitor and evaluate subcontractor performance using defined metrics. Conduct regular reviews and audits to ensure subcontractors meet delivery schedules, quality standards and cost requirements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as engineering, finance, and program management, to ensure subcontract requirements are clearly understood and support program needs.
Identify potential risks associated with subcontracting activities. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to address these risks, minimizing impact on project delivery and costs.
Travel as required to support customer meetings, site visits, program reviews, cross-functional collaboration, and project execution. Travel requirements are typically 25-30%.