Manager, Subcontracts

Overview

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

V2X global supply chain is seeking a Subcontracts Manager who will report to the Senior Supply Chain Manager in the Transportation Solutions portfolio. The Subcontracts Manager will support the Transportation Security Administration Checkpoint Maintenance program and is contingent upon contract win announcement and award. This position is a 100% remote position but may require some minimal travel. The Subcontracts Manager must possess the ability to simultaneously manage multiple subcontracts and priorities and will:

• Develop subcontract specifications, review work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of services.

• Prepare bid packages, analyze and evaluate proposals, perform Price Analysis, negotiate subcontract pricing & provisions, perform supplier assessments, prepare / issue Purchase Order awards, and administer and manage resulting subcontracts of substantial size.

• Negotiate and incorporate subcontract modifications and terminations.

• Ensure compliance with Public Law (FAR/DFAR/AMS), company business policies and procedures, import / export regulations (ITAR/EAR), and Davis Bacon Act / SCA.

• Work extensively with Integrated Product Teams including, but not limited to, Engineering, Quality, Finance, Contracts and Program Management along with other key functional groups to ensure on-time delivery of compliant product/services at or below program budget.

Responsibilities

Major Job Activities:

• Provides pre and post award administration of a variety of subcontracts FP, FPAF, T&M, etc.

• Extracts from customer Request for Proposal (RFP) those requirements unique / relevant to the subcontractor and incorporates into subcontractor’s RFP.

• Obtains proposals / quotations in compliance RFP requirements; examines bids / offers including performing price analysis and addresses any deviations.

• Verifies that Subcontractor documents are complete, accurate, and delivered to meet critical deadlines.

• Negotiates terms and conditions (contract price, type, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) / Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR) clauses, etc.) with potential subcontractors.

• Document and maintain Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR)-compliant files.

• Maintains and approves supplier progress reports, invoices and maintains records indicating payment and liquidates balances.

• Assist with identifying, mitigating and resolving risks and risk-related issues.

• Advises program personnel on all matters related to contractual requirements and internal status and reporting. Work cooperatively with individuals from other disciplines including Program Management, Program Business Management, Finance, Contracts, Pricing and Security for seamless subcontract administration. Demonstrate leadership skills within an IPT.

• Ability to respond positively to change and embrace using new practices or values to accomplish goals and solve problems.

• Form and maintain strong business relationships with first-tier subcontractors

• Maintains the highest ethical personal and professional standards.

• Develop supply chain strategies and alternatives.

• Develop solutions to problems of unusual complexity that require a high degree of ingenuity, creativity and innovation.

• Perform risk analysis, identify risks, opportunities, potential impacts, and mitigation plans.

• Focus on program goals to ensure that solutions are consistent with organization objectives.

• Strong capability to assist in the development of Statements of Work for utilization in subcontracts.

• Analyze and extract requirements from V2X prime contracts.

  Working Environment:

  This is a 100% remote position but may require some minimal travel.

Qualifications

Education / Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, JD, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field. Master's degree is a plus.

• C.P.M. or A.P.P. through ISM is a plus, or certification through NCMA.

  Required Qualifications / Skills:

• 10+ years of related experience managing subcontracts for complex US Government programs, including experience in the Defense Industry.

• Must be U.S. Citizen.

• Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Acquisition Management System (AMS).

• Experience in the use, employment and requirements of various subcontract types including but not limited to T&M, Labor Hour, FFP, FPAF.

• Strong, problem solving and critical thinking skills, ability to exercise independent judgment and manage complexity and ambiguity.

• Exemplary written and oral communication skills, strong presentation skills, ability to listen well and communicate effectively with others.

• Ability to develop and negotiate teaming agreements, master subcontract agreements, and blanket purchasing agreements.

• Demonstrated ability to act independently as may be required and demonstrated success in influencing or achieving critical requirements including those related to cost and schedule performance.

  Desired Experience / Skills:

• Successful applicant will have a keen interest in business / contract law.

• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel or related software applications.

• Ability to work independently, manage large work-loads with quick turn-around.

• Ability to apply sound judgment to problem solving.

• Ability to develop strong business relationships with internal customers and external suppliers.

• Exceptional organizational skills.

• Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation and mutual respect.

  We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. V2X is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.