Subcontract Management Specialist 1

United Launch Alliance•Cape Canaveral, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team. Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you! United Launch Alliance seeks a Subcontract Management Specialist (SCM-1) to support the Supply Chain Launch Operations team at ULA's Launch Operations in Cape Canaveral, FL. The SCM-1 engages as a member of a multi-function team responsible for overseeing subcontractors, and related services. This individual directs and manages all cost, schedule and technical performance requirements levied on the subcontractor and ensures performance and support of contract milestones. The SCM-1 assists in development of subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and services. This individual prepares requests for quotes (RFQ) and proposals (RFP) packages, conducts bidders' conferences, analyzes and evaluates supplier proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects subcontract source, creates subcontract documents, and administers resulting subcontracts. The SCM-1 coordinates with engineering, quality and finance as necessary to mitigate supplier performance risk and resolve supplier issues. As required, the SCM-1 briefs ULA management and customer regarding subcontract status and issues affecting subcontract performance or cost and supports program reviews with the subcontractor and ULA/ Customer program offices. The Launch Operations SCM-1 will: Buy/Collaborate Ensure compliance with ULA Supply Chain Command Media, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and standard ULA business processes Partner with cross-functional teammates to develop Launch Operation requirements, aligned with the ULA business imperatives, for flow-down to suppliers and prospective suppliers Develop price analysis, proposal evaluation and negotiation skills aimed at reducing total cost of ownership to ULA for GSE hardware and related services Develop project management skills Analyze/Problem Solve Analyze prospective procurements to develop strategies which will secure the best value for ULA for GSE Hardware and related Launch Operation services Identify and resolve supply chain constraints, working with internal stakeholders and suppliers to develop executable, cost effective solutions Monitor/Track/Measure/Report Act as a liaison between the supplier and ULA Measure, analyze and report key process metrics Identify action items, organize resources to address action items and follow up on all supplier-facing issues.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of Supply Chain, Procurement, or Business
Demonstrated capacity to work in a team environment
U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or Procurement from an accredited college or university
Proactive, independent worker
Impeccable attention to detail, passion for driving change and the ability to look at the big picture
Experience with SAP ERP or a similar ERP System
Field related internship experience

Responsibilities

Directs and manages all cost, schedule and technical performance requirements levied on the subcontractor and ensures performance and support of contract milestones.
Assists in development of subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and services.
Prepares requests for quotes (RFQ) and proposals (RFP) packages, conducts bidders' conferences, analyzes and evaluates supplier proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects subcontract source, creates subcontract documents, and administers resulting subcontracts.
Coordinates with engineering, quality and finance as necessary to mitigate supplier performance risk and resolve supplier issues.
Briefs ULA management and customer regarding subcontract status and issues affecting subcontract performance or cost and supports program reviews with the subcontractor and ULA/ Customer program offices.
Ensures compliance with ULA Supply Chain Command Media, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and standard ULA business processes.
Partners with cross-functional teammates to develop Launch Operation requirements, aligned with the ULA business imperatives, for flow-down to suppliers and prospective suppliers.
Develops price analysis, proposal evaluation and negotiation skills aimed at reducing total cost of ownership to ULA for GSE hardware and related services.
Develops project management skills.
Analyzes prospective procurements to develop strategies which will secure the best value for ULA for GSE Hardware and related Launch Operation services.
Identifies and resolves supply chain constraints, working with internal stakeholders and suppliers to develop executable, cost effective solutions.
Acts as a liaison between the supplier and ULA.
Measures, analyzes and reports key process metrics.
Identifies action items, organizes resources to address action items and follows up on all supplier-facing issues.