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Job Title: Sr Manager, Subcontracts (onsite)

Job Code: 18754

Job Location: Malabar, FL

Job Description:

The SR Manager, Subcontracts position leads and directs experienced exempt and non-exempt contributors on the Military Avionics Subcontracts Team. The acquisition value stream includes requirements definition, sourcing, negotiation and definitization, acceptance and subcontract close-out. The successful Leader: Communicates within and outside of organization to explain and influence changes to policies, practices, or approachesMakes significant improvements in processes, systems, or productsEstablishes short-term operational plans with measurable contribution to function or business area resultsRequires management and leadership knowledge in job area and comprehensive knowledge within professional discipline Ensures Customer objectives are achieved including on-time delivery, exceptional quality, and affordability 

Essential Functions:

Define and manage strategic agreements for growing business areaDevelop growth strategy for function in alignment with business objectives.Provide subject matter consult for all subcontracting matters Communicate effectively with a wide array of professional levels and functionsManage program budgets and explain variances in monthly performanceNavigate FAR regulations and internal procedures for complianceImplement strategies to increase productivity and drive cost savings.

Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance or Engineering with minimum of 15 years of relevant experience negotiating and contracting with suppliers for hardware and development programs including FFP, FPIF, T&M, Cost Reimbursement, IDIQ, Master Terms Agreement (MTA), FAR/DFAR regulations.Graduate Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance or Engineering with minimum of 13 years of relevant experience negotiating and contracting with suppliers for hardware and development programs including FFP, FPIF, T&M, Cost Reimbursement, IDIQ, Master Terms Agreement (MTA), FAR/DFAR regulationsDeep technical experience in performing RFP, cost and price analyses, source selection justification and contracting / terms and conditions.  Experience or understanding of Earned Value Management (EVMS) principles and Risk Identification and Management.

Preferred Additional Skills:

MBA or graduate degree in related field.Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) to all levels of the organization.Strong business acumen balanced with technical aptitude.Highly self-motivated with ability to drive positive change by team building and gaining support from people and resources across the enterprise. Project management experience and understanding of the project lifecycle and how to mitigate cost, schedule and technical issues during project execution.Noteworthy continuous improvement projects demonstrating innovation and creativity.Six Sigma or lean certification and demonstrated success implementing greenbelt or blackbelt projects.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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