Subcontract Manager III

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

3d•$110,032 - $130,000

About The Position

JPL’s Acquisition Division supports the Laboratory’s missions by providing acquisition solutions, ensuring compliance with its NASA Prime Contract, and maintaining JPL’s financial integrity. The Level 3 Subcontracts Manager manages a varied portfolio of subcontracts, including technology demonstrations, research studies, proposal and design work, and software and hardware development. The role serves as the primary business interface with subcontractors and autonomously oversees the supply chain process from customer requirements through subcontract closeout. The manager handles the full subcontract lifecycle, including market research, solicitation, source selection, award, administration, modification, and closeout. In partnership with technical counterparts, the manager develops solicitation documents, evaluates proposals, formulates negotiation strategies, negotiates contract terms, and monitors subcontractor cost, schedule, and quality performance. The role also provides customer service and develops acquisition solutions that meet the needs of JPL engineers, scientists, and projects while complying with JPL requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related discipline and at least 6 years of related experience, or a master’s degree in a similar discipline and at least 4 years of related experience.
Significant experience in one or more of the following: strategic sourcing, supply chain management, contract management, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), or administration of cost-type research and development contracts.
Experience in a commercial, government, and/or academic subcontracting environment, covering pre-solicitation, solicitation, evaluation and source selection, award, post-award management, and closeout.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Oracle Purchasing or a similar Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
Professional designation in government contracts or purchasing management and/or membership in related professional affiliations.

Responsibilities

Manage a diverse portfolio of subcontracts involving technology demonstrations, research studies, proposal and design work, and software and hardware development.
Serve as the primary business interface with subcontractors in support of project procurement requirements.
Develop solutions to unique subcontract issues and oversee the supply chain process from customer requirements through subcontract closeout.
Manage the subcontract lifecycle, including market research, drafting and issuing solicitations, source selection, award, administration, and closeout.
Collaborate with technical counterparts to develop solicitation documents for cost or pricing proposals.
Develop negotiation strategies and negotiate delivery, price, technical requirements, and subcontract terms.
Partner with JPL technical counterparts after award to manage subcontractor cost, schedule, and quality performance, ensure compliance, and resolve discrepancies.
Negotiate and issue subcontract modifications as needed and ensure timely closeout.
Guide customers through the supply chain process and develop acquisition solutions that meet the needs of JPL engineers, scientists, and projects.