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Sr Specialist, Subcontracts

L3Harris

Clifton, NJJob$91–171K/yrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$91–171K/yr
Location
Clifton, NJ
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Security clearanceBachelor's degree

Job overview

L3Harris is hiring a Sr Specialist, Subcontracts. The Senior Subcontracts Specialist manages the end-to-end lifecycle of subcontracts within the Electronic Warfare (EW) Subcontracts / Supply Chain Management team. This role involves solicitations, fact-finding, sourcing, documentation, negotiations, cost/price analysis, and subcontract execution. The specialist acts as the primary contact between suppliers and program teams, providing all contractual direction.

Key focus areas include Create solicitations, lead proposal fact finding and analysis, perform source selections, Manage technical, schedule, cost & risk of assigned suppliers, and Assure suppliers meet all PO requirements and develop mitigation plans.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree, 7+ Years Experience, and Direct Subcontract Management Experience. Preferred (not required): Financial Acumen, Forecasting, Budgeting, and Earned Value.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Financial AcumenForecastingBudgetingEarned ValueCommunicationOral CommunicationAmbiguity ManagementTime ManagementNegotiationContracting KnowledgeFAR/DFARsAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingAdvanced ExcelInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsFFP Subcontract TypeCost-Plus Subcontract TypeT&M Subcontract TypeCollaborationIndependent WorkCross-Functional Team LeadershipVendor Management

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and 7 Years ExperienceGraduate Degree and 5 Years Experience10 Years Related ExperienceDirect Experience Managing Major Subcontracts in Government ProgramsExperience Procuring Electronic Equipment

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Full job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Sr Specialist, Subcontracts

Job Code: 40145

Job Location: Clifton, NJ

Job Schedule: 9/80 (Off every other Friday)

Job Description:

The Senior Subcontracts Specialist is an essential member of the Electronic Warfare (EW) Subcontracts / Supply Chain Management team. The Subcontracts Manager is responsible for managing end-to-end lifecycle of subcontracts and is responsible for solicitations, fact finding, sourcing, documentation, negotiations, cost/price analysis, terms and conditions negotiations, and subcontract execution. The Senior Subcontracts Specialist is the main point of contact between suppliers and program teams and provides all contractual direction.

Essential Functions:

  • Create solicitations, lead proposal fact finding and analysis, perform source selections.

  • Responsible for the technical, schedule, cost & risk management of assigned suppliers.

  • Assures suppliers meet all PO requirements and develops mitigation plans.

  • Responsible for reporting of major subcontracts to internal stakeholder and leadership teams.

  • Performs Cost/Price Analysis, develops negotiation strategies, leads negotiations.

  • Negotiates Terms and Conditions.

  • Management Statement of Work (SOW) requirements, provide support for SOW generation

  • Award contracts and execute contract modifications.

  • Manage supplier performance and scorecards.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 7 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 5 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

  • Direct experience managing major subcontracts in support of government program(s).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Good financial acumen, including forecasting, budgeting, and earned value or similar program performance management tools experience.

  • Experience procuring electronic equipment (preferably major subassemblies).

  • Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills.

  • Ability to work in ambiguous environments.

  • Ability to manage competing priorities.

  • Excellent negotiation skills.

  • Contracting knowledge and experience.

  • Working knowledge of FAR/DFARs.

  • Advanced Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills.

  • Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.

  • Excellent Interpersonal Skills.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Excellent organizational skills.

  • Experience with multiple subcontract types such as FFP, Cost-Plus type contracts, T&M, etc.

  • Ability to work independently or as a team.

  • Demonstrated leadership of cross-functional teams.

  • Extensive Supplier Management Skills.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC ar eas is $9 1,000 - $170,500 . Th is is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

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.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

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