Subcontracts Manager

Subcontracts Manager

Location:

High Ridge, MO, US, 63049 Job  The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world. Company Overview DRS Marlo Coil manufactures durable heat transfer, refrigeration, and air handling equipment serving industrial, commercial, utility, and marine sectors. Our custom-engineered heat transfer solutions are designed to cool, heat, and dehumidify air streams for both process applications and building comfort.

Our equipment is proudly installed on most U.S. Navy surface combatant ships and submarines. Additionally, DRS Marlo Coil is strategically positioned for substantial growth in the Industrial and Commercial markets.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the sourcing of complex material and services (i.e., engineering development programs) in support of multiple contract types
• Lead activities of subcontract teams on assigned programs
• Ensure products and services obtained by the team meet quality, cost and schedule objectives in accordance with program and company requirements.
• Review requirement document (i.e., statement of work and specifications) for clarity and adequacy, and obtain necessary revisions from the program management
• Identify potential sources for required materials, develop and issue requests for proposals.
• Respond to supplier inquiries
• Receive and review supplier proposals.
• Lead proposal evaluation teams through a supplier selection process after a technical evaluation and cost/price analysis are complete
• Negotiate subcontract terms and conditions including price, delivery, quality, and performance requirements.
• Negotiate required special terms.
• Ensure independent price/cost analyses are performed as needed.
• Document the entire fact-finding and negotiation process
• Develop the subcontract document, ensuring it complies with Government, Corporate and Company requirements.
• Obtain management approval prior to issuance to the subcontractor
• Participate in subcontractor surveys and program reviews
• Review and monitor payments, commitments and funds status
• Negotiate subcontract changes and responds to all formal subcontract inquiries and issues
• Provide subcontract status as required
• Negotiate and issue teaming agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and memoranda of understanding
• Participate in cross function design reviews and sign offs with project team and supplier
• Close out subcontracts upon receipt of all deliverable items and final payment
• Provide subcontract advice to program managers, engineering personnel, and other related functions such as finance, quality, and contracts administration, and performs other duties and responsibilities as required
• Support Small Business Plan development and submission through SAM.gov in accordance with contractual, regulatory, and company requirements
• Lead supplier and subcontractor onboarding, including NDAs, certifications, representations, and required documentation
• Maintain accurate, current, and audit-ready supplier and subcontractor compliance records
• Support, communicate and defend the mission, values and culture of the company

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in negotiating, drafting and administering complex contracts
• Expert knowledge of procurement regulations (UCC, FAR, DFAR) required
• Knowledge of international contracts, including experience with international tenders, letters of credit, and contracting in a variety of cultures is highly desirable
• Must have a good understanding of ITAR laws and requirements
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Nearest Major Market:
St Louis