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Job Title: Specialist, Subcontract Administrator

Job Code: 19541

Job Location: San Diego, CA

Job Description:

The Sr Specialist Subcontracts is an essential member of T&RF Subcontracts and the Supply Chain team at the San Diego division of L3Harris. The Sr Specialist, Subcontracts is responsible for managing end-to-end lifecycle of subcontracts, which includes solicitations, fact finding, sourcing, documentation, negotiations, cost/price analysis, terms and conditions negotiations, and subcontract execution. In this role, you are the main point of contact between suppliers and the program teams and will provide all contractual direction.  Maintains and owns key supplier and stakeholder relationships. The ideal individual will be recognized as an internal expert and thought leader in Supply Chain Subcontracted efforts and has broad experience across multiple job areas or through increasing responsibility. The individual works under consulted direction to manage large, complex suppliers of strategic importance to the organization. The individual must be effective at communicating within and outside of the organization and has the ability to influence at all levels. The individual will help develop or champion process improvements as well as recommend tactics and strategies that will directly impact the achievement of business and functional results.

Essential Functions: 

Utilize Program requirements and coordinate throughout the supply chain to effectively create and manage complex efforts for multiple programs and suppliersManage multiple large suppliers, schedules and production linesMonitor and reconcile any relevant schedule disruptions that develop throughout the program lifecycleInteract with immediate team leader, program office and cross-functional peersParticipate on cross-functional teams to provide ideas for improvement and represent functional perspectiveIdentify process improvements and facilitate implementationLead subcontracted actions in support of assigned pursuits, proposals and/or programs (including but not limited to execution of Non-Disclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements, Strategic Partnership development and Acquisition Strategy development)Provide accurate and timely forecasting of subcontracted deliverables (data, hardware, milestones, etc.).Report status of major subcontracts to internal leadershipDevelop & manage key stakeholder relationships (both internal and external)Lead all aspects of the Subcontract proposal process including requirements gathering and SOW generation, generation of Requests For Proposals, proposal evaluations, source selections, negotiations, file documentation, change management, invoice approvals, dispute resolution and subcontract close-outSupport strategic efforts that assist in meeting business goals and objectives.Drive cost-savings initiatives and support streamlining of policies and procedures Assist in training of junior membersRepresents Subcontracts in program reviews (as required) and Supply Chain in supplier executive reviewsDrive supplier fact finding & source selection decisionsLead supplier management on all assigned efforts. Responsible for the cost, schedule, quality, and risk management of assigned suppliersReport status of major subcontracts to internal leadershipPerform Cost/Price Analysis, develop negotiation strategies, lead negotiationsAward and execute contracts and contract modifications.Manage and communicate supplier scorecards to supplier executivesDrive supplier root cause and corrective action plans

Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience with 6+ years of supplier management experience in a defense environmentExperience managing major subcontracted efforts in support of government and non-government program(s)Knowledge of FAR/DFARsExperience negotiating price as well as terms & conditionsExperience with multiple subcontract types such as FFP, Cost-Plus type contracts, T&M, etc.Willingness to travel (10-20% of the time anticipated)

Preferred Additional Skills:

Ability to work independently or as a teamAdvanced Analytical and Problem-Solving SkillsAdvanced Excel and PowerPoint skillsDemonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teamsProven negotiation skillsAbility to influence at all levelsExperience presenting to executive leadershipExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong organization skillsSelf starter; ability to work in ambiguous conditionsStrong contracting knowledge and experienceExperience with various program lifecycles (development, production, post-production)Knowledge and experience with LEAN principlesExperience with L3Harris Systems, Policies & ProceduresExperience in Lean & Six Sigma techniques and/or Green Belt certified PMP CertifiedExperienced in Proposal and Proposal Evaluation activities

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $70,500 - $131,500. This 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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