Sr. Subcontract Administrator

Blue Canyon Technologies • Lafayette, CO

5d • $90,000 - $150,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Subcontract Administrator manages and oversees category-specific, major, technically complex subcontracts and related activities in support of Blue Canyon Technologies customer programs. The role combines subcontract management with commodity-specific category supplier management, including supplier sourcing, RFP and proposal evaluations, negotiations, and supplier relationship and contractual performance management throughout the subcontract life cycle.

This position is based onsite in Lafayette, Colorado, with work locations subject to change based on business needs. It operates in a professional office environment within a manufacturing company. The role maintains a regular and predictable work schedule and may include personnel management responsibilities. The application window is anticipated to close approximately 40 days after the notice was posted, though it may be shortened or extended based on candidate flow and business needs.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of related supply chain or procurement experience, including execution and oversight of cost-type and firm-fixed-price subcontracts supporting DoD and/or NASA customers.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field; related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• Ability to build effective relationships at all organizational levels and with suppliers.
• Advanced understanding of contracting principles, FAR/DFARS regulations, and procurement best practices.
• Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience reviewing and negotiating commercial subcontracts, NDAs, and supplier terms and conditions.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience as a subcontract management professional at a first- or second-tier Aerospace & Defense contractor.

Responsibilities

• Execute and manage category-specific, high-dollar, complex space segment and subsystem subcontracts.
• Develop strategic supplier relationships and align supplier capabilities with mission requirements; track performance, assess risk, and resolve supplier or internal issues affecting performance.
• Negotiate, execute, and maintain supplier NDAs and terms and conditions, identifying nonstandard, high-risk, or escalated contractual issues for Legal review.
• Author or review subcontract statements of work for supply chain compliance.
• Source suppliers, solicit and lead proposal evaluations, and analyze cost or price, technical capability, financial viability, and ability to meet cost, technical, and schedule parameters.
• Identify supplier risks and opportunities, develop risk assessments and negotiation plans with subcontract management and technical teams, and lead subcontract negotiations.
• Analyze current and prior contracts, pricing, and trends to assess price reasonableness and recommend changes.
• Represent Supply Chain Management on cross-functional teams and maintain effective relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders.
• Perform subcontract administration and management, including modifications, funding and spend-plan management, milestone payments and cash flow tracking, variance monitoring, invoice review and payment authorization, and incorporating relevant prime contract changes into subcontract modifications.
• Apply commodity knowledge to evaluate specialized subassemblies and facilitate negotiations.
• Assess subcontractor commitment problems and schedule delays, help develop recovery plans, and recommend solutions.
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, FAR, DFARS, and other obligations when conducting business for the company.
• Resolve vendor disputes, contract or invoice discrepancies, and performance issues.
• Conduct business ethically and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, company policies, and directives.
• Drive process improvements, including improvements to procedures and training.
• Maintain comprehensive, audit-ready subcontract files and manage subcontract closeout.
• Provide direction and training to entry-level staff and make presentations as required.
• Use ERP systems for purchase orders, performance-based payment purchase orders, invoice management, and SAP reporting.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule; perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision benefits effective the first of the month following hire date.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) with 4% employer matching when contributing at least 5%.
• Three weeks of vacation, three floating holidays, two weeks of sick time, and seven paid holidays per year.
• Parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior