Senior Subcontracts Administrator
Saab•Orlando, NY
•Hybrid
About The Position
Saab, Inc. is seeking a dynamic Subcontracts Administrator to join our rapidly growing Supply Chain team. In this role, you will execute and manage high-dollar procurements with critical subcontractors in accordance with subcontract Statements of Work (SOWs). Experience with contract negotiations and navigating FAR and DFARS requirements is required.
Requirements
- BA/BS degree (preferably in Business, Supply Chain, or Engineering) with 5+ years of experience, or an MBA/MS/JD with 3+ years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience with USG, DoD, or FAA contracts and knowledge of Government and commercial contracting methods and contract types.
- Experience creating and managing Statements of Work (SOWs) through Engineering Technical Review (ETR) release.
- Advanced purchasing experience with a comprehensive understanding of procurement fundamentals, including creating and managing purchase orders in an ERP system.
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving with the ability to apply sound judgment and creativity.
- Financial acumen with the ability to assess cost reasonableness.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
- Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Nice To Haves
- Professional certification (CCCM, CFCM, CPCM) or advanced degree preferred.
- Cross-functional experience in Quality, Engineering, Finance, Manufacturing, or Program Management.
- Continuous improvement experience including Black Belt or Green Belt certification.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Leadership capability and effective presentation skills.
Responsibilities
- Review, interpret, and flow mandatory requirements to ensure regulatory compliance and mitigate risk.
- Create and manage Statements of Work (SOWs) and drive them through final review and Engineering Technical Review (ETR) release.
- Issue RFI and RFQ packages and ensure receipt of complete information.
- Conduct flow-down analyses to ensure compliance with customer requirements, including FAR, DFARS, FAA, and international standards.
- Negotiate and manage supplier pricing, cost, schedule, and technical performance.
- Execute Subcontracts, Inter-divisional Work Transfer Agreements, NDAs, Leasing Agreements, and Long-Term Agreements.
- Write contract letters and maintain comprehensive legal records in accordance with U.S. Government Certified Purchasing System Requirements.
- Support proposal costing efforts for subcontract material and labor.
- Support business units across multiple sites, including international coordination.
- Manage supplier performance, including facilitating Quarterly Business Reviews with critical suppliers.
- Assist with metrics, reporting, continuous improvement, and other strategic initiatives as needed.
- Travel up to 5-10% (typically one to two trips per year).
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
- Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
- 401(k) with employer contributions
- Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
- Wellness and employee assistance resources
- Employee stock purchase opportunities
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
