Subcontract Management Specialist 3

United Launch Alliance•Decatur, AL

2d•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 skilled Subcontract Management Specialist (SCM-3) to support the Production Operations/General Procurement team at the ULA production facility in Decatur, AL. Key responsibilities include: Assists in development of subcontract specifications, work statements, terms and conditions and other technical requirements documents. Prepare 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. Negotiates and coordinates additions, deletions or modifications to subcontracts. Participates with Supply Chain Governance to ensure compliance with ULA Supply Chain Command Media, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and standard ULA business processes. Coordinates with engineering, quality and finance as necessary to mitigate supplier performance risk and resolve supplier issues. Briefs ULA executive management and customers regarding subcontract status and issues affecting subcontract performance or cost. Responsible for and directs all phases of the subcontract from engineering release through requests for proposals, subcontract management plans, negotiation strategy, and cost accountability. Makes decisions affecting the performance of the subcontractor; establishes milestone objectives and manages performance to committed schedules and contractual specifications. As a member of the high-performing Production Operations/General Procurement team, successful execution of responsibilities will require: working collaboratively in a team environment, clearly communicating hardware/tooling/service requirements and expectations to suppliers to ensure optimal value for ULA, and effectively communicating outcomes to internal/external customers

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Business Experience with purchasing policies and procedures.
Background in Supply Chain processes such as planning, purchasing, inventory management, and/or warehouse operations.
Experience with SAP ERP System (or similar ERP system).
Experience following standard business procedures, and general business knowledge/acumen.
Experience in developing and applying basic professional analytical techniques to develop problem solving tactics.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite - especially Excel as this position will require a significant amount of data mining, pivot table use, etc.
Must be a U.S. Person 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

Experience working in a manufacturing environment with cross-functional teams.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with the ability to navigate a dynamic environment.
Proactive, independent worker with the demonstrated capacity to work in a team environment.
Detail oriented, with excellent time-management skills
Successful negotiation experience

Responsibilities

Assists in development of subcontract specifications, work statements, terms and conditions and other technical requirements documents.
Prepare 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.
Negotiates and coordinates additions, deletions or modifications to subcontracts.
Participates with Supply Chain Governance to ensure compliance with ULA Supply Chain Command Media, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and standard ULA business processes.
Coordinates with engineering, quality and finance as necessary to mitigate supplier performance risk and resolve supplier issues.
Briefs ULA executive management and customers regarding subcontract status and issues affecting subcontract performance or cost.
Responsible for and directs all phases of the subcontract from engineering release through requests for proposals, subcontract management plans, negotiation strategy, and cost accountability.
Makes decisions affecting the performance of the subcontractor; establishes milestone objectives and manages performance to committed schedules and contractual specifications.
Working collaboratively in a team environment, clearly communicating hardware/tooling/service requirements and expectations to suppliers to ensure optimal value for ULA, and effectively communicating outcomes to internal/external customers