What are the responsibilities and job description for the Subcontracts Manager position at Leonardo DRS?
Job ID: 112863
The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 5 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.
Job Summary
Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a full time Manager Subcontracts. This position is based out of our Bridgeton, MO facility but has the option to be a hybrid schedule or a remote worker. This role will manage key major suppliers’ relationships on all efforts within the procurement life cycle. The Manager Subcontracts will also develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the sourcing of complex materials and services. The ideal candidate will be able to negotiate subcontract changes and respond to formal subcontract inquiries and issues, while also managing the performance of suppliers.
Job Responsibilities
Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 5 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.
Job Summary
Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a full time Manager Subcontracts. This position is based out of our Bridgeton, MO facility but has the option to be a hybrid schedule or a remote worker. This role will manage key major suppliers’ relationships on all efforts within the procurement life cycle. The Manager Subcontracts will also develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the sourcing of complex materials and services. The ideal candidate will be able to negotiate subcontract changes and respond to formal subcontract inquiries and issues, while also managing the performance of suppliers.
Job Responsibilities
- Develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the sourcing of complex material and services (i.e., engineering development programs) in support of multiple contract types
- Lead activities of subcontract teams on assigned programs
- Ensure products and services obtained by the team meet quality, cost and schedule objectives in accordance with program and company requirements.
- Review requirement document (i.e., statement of work and specifications) for clarity and adequacy, and obtain necessary revisions from the program management
- Identify potential sources for required materials, develop and issue requests for proposals. Respond to supplier inquiries
- Receive and review supplier proposals. Lead proposal evaluation teams through a supplier selection process after a technical evaluation and cost/price analysis are complete
- Negotiate subcontract terms and conditions including price, delivery, quality, and performance requirements. Negotiate required special terms. Ensure independent price/cost analyses are performed as needed. Document the entire fact-finding and negotiation process
- Develop the subcontract document, ensuring it complies with Government, Corporate and Company requirements. Obtain management approval prior to issuance to the subcontractor
- Participate in subcontractor surveys and program reviews
- Review and monitor payments, commitments and funds status
- Negotiate subcontract changes and responds to all formal subcontract inquiries and issues
- Provide subcontract status as required
- Negotiate and issue teaming agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and memoranda of understanding
- Participate in cross function design reviews and sign offs with project team and supplier
- Close out subcontracts upon receipt of all deliverable items and final payment
- Provide subcontract advice to program managers, engineering personnel, and other related functions such as finance, quality, and contracts administration, and performs other duties and responsibilities as required
- Support, communicate and defend the mission, values and culture of the company
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related area or equivalent combination of education and experience required
- A minimum of 7 years of related experience
- Demonstrated experience in negotiating, drafting and administering complex contracts
- Expert knowledge of procurement regulations (UCC, FAR, DFAR) required
- Knowledge of international contracts, including experience with international tenders, letters of credit, and contracting in a variety of cultures is highly desirable
- Must have a good understanding of ITAR laws and requirements
Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
- Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only
Salary : $101,553 - $173,428
