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Senior Specialist, Subcontracts

Harris Geospatial Solutions, Clifton, New Jersey, us, 07015

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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 Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. 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: Senior Specialist, Subcontracts Job Code: 32950

Job Location: Clifton, NJ

Job Schedule: 9/80 – Employees work 9 out of every 14 days (80 hours worked) and have every other Friday off.

Job Description The Subcontracts Lead is an essential member of the EW Subcontracts / Supply Chain Management team. The Subcontracts Lead will be responsible for managing the 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 Subcontracts Lead will be the main point of contact between the suppliers and the program teams and will provide all contractual direction. 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 will be responsible for managing the supplier relationship and varying supplier levels including the suppliers’ leadership. The individual will work under consulted direction to manage large, complex suppliers of strategic importance to the organization. The responsible 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

Lead subcontracted actions in support of assigned pursuits, proposals and 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 leadership

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‑out

Support 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 members

Represent Subcontracts in program reviews (as required) and Supply Chain in supplier executive reviews

Drive supplier fact finding & source selection decisions

Lead supplier management on all assigned efforts. Responsible for the cost, schedule, quality, and risk management of assigned suppliers

Perform Cost/Price Analysis, develop negotiation strategies, lead negotiations

Award and execute contracts and contract modifications

Manage and communicate supplier scorecards to supplier executives

Drive supplier root cause and corrective action plans

Travel – 25% of the time anticipated

Ability to obtain a Secret clearance

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.

Preferred Additional Skills

Strong experience managing major subcontracted efforts in support of government and non‑government program(s)

Strong knowledge of FAR/DFARs

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

Knowledge and experience with LEAN principles

PeopleSoft, Control (Cincom) experience

Experience in Lean & Six Sigma techniques and/or Green Belt certified

CAM certified with practical experience

Experience procuring microelectronics

Experienced in Proposal and Capture activities

PMP, CPCM or CPSM Certified

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

Extensive Supplier Management Skills

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New Jersey State is $90,000–$167,000. 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 healthy 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.

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.

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