Subcontract Admin Sr Prin

Overview

BAE Systems, one of the world's leading defense contractors and a stable Fortune 500 Company, is hiring a Sr. Principal Subcontract Administrator for our GOCO (government owned contractor operated) facilities. The role will primarily support chemical manufacturing and industrial construction related programs at the Holston & Radford Army Ammunition Plants, starting at the proposal preparation phase all the way through contract closeout.

This is a fast-paced position at a growing site and we are looking for someone to hit the ground running.

Location/Travel/

Schedule:

This position will require up to 10% of travel.

• Serve as a subject matter expert for the Supply Chain department for review and negotiations of terms and conditions.
• Negotiate terms and conditions for services, major subcontracts, teaming agreements, commercial items, federal regulations, and general purchases.
• Support terms and conditions negotiations for purchases and subcontracts.
• Solicit and evaluate proposals, negotiate and prepare complex subcontracts, monitor subcontractor performance, and document subcontract files in accordance with established Procurement Policies and Procedures.
• Identify potential sources for required materials or services and develop and issue Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
• Receive, review, and negotiate subcontractor proposals.
• Lead the sources selection process by guiding the proposal evaluation team in fact finding, technical evaluations, and cost/price analysis.
• Negotiate subcontract terms and conditions including estimated cost/price, delivery, quality, and performance requirements.
• Develop and negotiate required special terms; conduct independent cost/price analysis as needed.
• Document the entire negotiation process.
• Develop the subcontract document; review for compliance with Government, Corporate, and Company requirements; obtain management approval prior to issuance to the subcontractor.
• Serve as subject matter expert for sub contractual matters under the FAR and DFARS.
• Support the subcontract administration team from award through completion to ensure compliance with all terms and conditions, including price, schedule, and quality.
• Coordinate and participate in subcontractor surveys and program reviews.
• Review and monitor payments, commitments, and funding status.
• Negotiate subcontract changes and respond to all formal subcontract inquiries and issues.
• Provide subcontract status as required.
• Develop, negotiate, and issue teaming agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and memoranda of understanding.
• Provide subcontract advice and counsel to program managers, engineering personnel, and other related functions such as finance, quality, and contract administration.
• Enter administrative and financial data on subcontracts into various subcontract databases.
• Support Purchasing group as necessitated.
• Perform subcontract close-out and lead process improvement and program initiatives.

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience.

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years related Supply Chain/Legal experience or equivalent education/experience
• Extensive, demonstrated knowledge of FAR/DFARS
• Experience with negotiating terms and conditions for major subcontracts
• Experience as a Subcontract Administrator
• Able to multi-task and adapt to shifting priorities
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent written communications skills
• Candidate must be team-oriented helping build trust and positivity

• Master's Degree in Procurement or Supply Chain Management
• Law Degree from accredited law school
• Experience with international procurements
• Experience with teaming agreements
• Experience in Industrial Construction
• Experience in Department of Defense (DoD) Modernization
• Experience in Government Owned Contractor Operated (GOCO)
• Experience in International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR)
• Experience in Export Administration Regulation (EAR)

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and…