Team Lead - Senior Subcontract Administrator (Spec)

Job Posting End Date: Until Filled

Shift:                               1st

Security Clearance:      No Clearance

 

 

 

SUMMARY

The primary purpose of this position is to perform highly-advanced SCM tasks and/or project management duties in cooperation with and support of NASSCO’s new construction and repair programs. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: procurement tasks, contract negotiation, program estimates-at-completion (EAC’s), department budgeting, material forecasting, cost and price analysis, peer audit, material quality management and supplier performance management. The Senior Subcontract Administrator will ensure department compliance with established policies and procedures through internal reviews and audits. The Senior Subcontract Administrator will analyze, plan, coordinate, and implement external transportation requirements necessary to support the material delivery function. The Senior Subcontract Administrator will actively participate in implementing and monitoring continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, improve quality, reduce cycle time, and reduce costs. The Senior Subcontract Administrator sets standards by example within NASSCO and the supplier community for professionalism, sound judgment, and fairness.

This position is for Specification team within Supply Chain.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

Work independently to conduct all aspects of acquisition, manage suppliers and/or perform related inventory/supply analyst and/or cost analyst functions for government, commercial programs and capital projects.

• Solicit, analyze, negotiate, award, and administer terms and conditions of purchase orders for the procurement of and/or administration of high-dollar / high volume equipment, machinery, supplies and services. Determine requirements and develop detail scenarios and identify trends. Prepare contract terms and monitor performance of supplier(s). Prepare and issue contract modifications.
• Manage and oversee inventory of multiple commodities.
• Responsible for complex bid development, cost / price analysis, Estimates-at-completion (EAC) management, and /or Program Management. Authority to commit to purchases up to a certain dollar limit.
• Act in a leadership capacity, as either a team leader, procurement project leader  supporting individual or multiple programs, and/or acting in a Supervisor or Manager capacity.
• Coordinate the activities, develops skills, and provides leadership to subordinates as assigned. Review initiated transactions of team members.
• Provide guidance and direction to less experienced Supply Chain professionals as individually capable and appropriate, related to company programs, projects and/or contracts.
• Develop and train less experienced junior Supply Chain professionals helping to develop a culture of succession within the organization.
• Contribute to company goals and business objectives through cost down and process improvement initiatives.
• Initiate supplier relationships and maintain good working relationships with suppliers.  Monitor and direct supplier performance and manage suppliers effectively with on time material delivery and good qualities.
• Analyze and interpret contract documents to determine compliance with prime contracts, NASSCO policy, and government procurement rules and regulations. Identify and resolve FAR and DFARS issues which could impact the procurement activity.
• Resolve material discrepancies and interpret and implement policies and department operating procedures.
• Interface with other NASSCO departments and suppliers to resolve issues affecting procurements, including investigating and resolving disputes and making decisions about delivery, product, and schedule.
• Resolve complex issues and identify management-level issues, while making recommendations for resolution.
• Apply technical expertise regarding materials and services.
• Understand and utilize NASSCO business information systems and Purchasing Department systems.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• 5-8 years Purchasing experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of ten years of business experience, Supply Chain experience preferred.
• Act as project or team leadership.  Manage and supervise a team or su