Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary:

The Subcontracts Supervisor 2, works with the Director of Subcontracts performing the full range of procurement and subcontract lifecycle activities. This position is responsible for a small team of Subcontracts Analyst and Senior Subcontracts Analysts as well as the execution of subcontract solicitations, analysis, creation, negotiation, award, and post award responsibilities for Draper’s defense contracts.

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities

• Train and lead a small team of subcontracting professionals in performing subcontract management functions in support of government and commercial contracts.

• Support various audits to include, but not limited to, DCMA Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR), Uniform Guidance audit as well as other internal audits.

• Solicit subcontractors, supporting various award types and take a lead role on fact finding, proposal analysis and risk assessment.

• Support project teams with business winning and proposal efforts.

• Manage tactical and strategic aspects of subcontract relationship, which includes interface with technical and contract organizations, such as Program Management, Program Office, and Contracts.

• Issue modifications, solicit Engineering Change Proposals (ECP), issue Stop Work Orders and review Prime Contract modifications to include relevant changes in subcontract modifications.

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

• Assist with policy, procedure, and compliance updates.

• Be the focal point for subcontractor performance. Includes: RFP generation, Review adequacy of requirements flow-down, delivery, payments, and all contractual terms; Purchase order Placement and maintenance; Subcontract performance monitoring and completion assessments.

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to develop sound business cases and analyze large volumes of data.

• Strong communication and writing skills.

• Able to work in a fast paced environment.

• Able to be flexible, innovative, work with speed and agility yet be thorough, and drive tasks to completion.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications.

Education
Requires a Bachelor's Degree in business administration or related field of study.

Experience

Requires 5-7 years of experience in subcontracts management, subcontracts management, procurement, proposal price/cost analysis, strategic sourcing, and/or industry related areas.

Additional Job Description:

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Draper is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We understand the value of diversity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.