Subcontracts Administrator / Purchasing Specialist

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Job Description

Parsons is seeking a highly skilled and motivated OTA Subcontracts Administrator / Purchasing Specialist to join our dynamic team! In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with Program Managers, Contracts, Pricing, Finance, Security, Legal, and technical teams to execute subcontract awards, manage commercial procurements, oversee vendor relationships, and perform purchasing actions that directly support critical national security programs.

What You'll Be Doing

• Administer commercial subcontracts in support of OTA and other non-FAR agreements.
• Execute commercial purchasing activities in compliance with company policies and delegated purchasing authority.
• Prepare, negotiate, issue, and manage purchase orders and commercial subcontracts.
• Support competitive sourcing and vendor selection, ensuring thorough procurement documentation.
• Evaluate vendor quotations, pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial terms to ensure best value.
• Coordinate with Program Management to align purchasing actions with technical requirements and program timelines.
• Maintain accurate subcontract files and procurement documentation to support internal audits and SOX compliance.
• Oversee supplier onboarding, manage vendor documentation, and facilitate purchasing approvals.
• Support invoice reconciliation, receipt verification, milestone acceptance, and subcontract closeout processes.
• Participate in negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors to secure favorable commercial terms.
• Work collaboratively with Contracts, Finance, Pricing, Legal, Security, and Compliance teams.
• Assist in developing and enhancing commercial procurement procedures to support Parsons’ innovative business model.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline procurement processes while ensuring compliance with corporate governance.
  
  
  

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Contracts, Finance, or a related field (additional years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in subcontract administration, purchasing, procurement, contracts, or supply chain management.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense or Federal Government programs.
• Strong knowledge of commercial procurement practices.
• Excellent organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to documentation quality.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
  
  
  

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Direct experience supporting Other Transaction Authority (OTA) agreements.
• Experience with Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO), SBIR/STTR, prototype, or other non-traditional acquisition programs.
• Experience administering commercial subcontracts outside the traditional FAR Part 15 environment.
• Familiarity with milestone-based contracting and commercial payment structures.
• Experience using enterprise business systems such as Costpoint, SharePoint, FocusPoint, or similar platforms.
• Understanding of supplier risk management and commercial vendor qualification processes.
• Active security clearance, or eligibility to obtain one.
  
  
  

Security Clearance Requirement

None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $88,400.00 - $154,700.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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