Sr Subcontracts Manager

Sierra Space•Centennial, CO

About The Position

The Sr Subcontracts Manager is responsible for managing the lifecycle of subcontracts from initial solicitation through contract close-out. This role includes developing subcontract agreements, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, negotiating contract terms, and managing supplier relationships. They will have extensive and comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of subcontract management, mastery of contractual and legal frameworks, and in-depth understanding of financial analysis, market trends, and strategic sourcing on a global scale. In this role, you will oversee and manage high-risk, high-value subcontract agreements, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance with regulatory requirements. You will develop and implement organization-wide subcontract management policies and strategic initiatives, driving efficiency and consistency across the organization. Leading complex negotiations and resolving high-stakes disputes will be a key responsibility, along with advising senior management on subcontracting strategy, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Additionally, you will lead projects and teams to execute subcontracts and sourcing activities, including project management, risk management, schedule and cost management, and supplier relationship management. Furthermore, you will interact with leadership, suppliers, and external personnel on matters that often require coordination between functional organizations to achieve successful outcomes.

Requirements

Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +6 yrs experience).
Typically 8+ years of related experience.
Advanced skills in Microsoft suite of products.
EPR/MRP experience.
Advanced cost-plus contracting experience.
Extensive and comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of subcontract management.
Expertise in government and commercial contracting regulations and compliance (e.g., FAR/DFAR).
Mastery of contractual and legal frameworks governing subcontracting.
In-depth understanding of financial analysis, market trends, and strategic sourcing on a global scale.
Leadership and strategic thinking capabilities.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Certifications: SCM-related certifications.
Extensive experience with SAP.
Proven track record of managing high-risk, high-value subcontract agreements.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Experience with advanced subcontracting strategies and best practices.
Demonstrated leadership skills and experience in mentoring junior team members.
Expertise in cost and price analysis, including proposal management.

Responsibilities

Managing the lifecycle of subcontracts from initial solicitation through contract close-out.
Developing subcontract agreements.
Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Negotiating contract terms.
Managing supplier relationships.
Overseeing and managing high-risk, high-value subcontract agreements, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Developing and implementing organization-wide subcontract management policies and strategic initiatives, driving efficiency and consistency across the organization.
Leading complex negotiations and resolving high-stakes disputes.
Advising senior management on subcontracting strategy, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
Leading projects and teams to execute subcontracts and sourcing activities, including project management, risk management, schedule and cost management, and supplier relationship management.
Interacting with leadership, suppliers, and external personnel on matters that often require coordination between functional organizations to achieve successful outcomes.