Subcontract Manager

MDA Space; Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health care

Flexible drug plans

Dental and vision benefits

Disability income protection

Life insurance

Group retirement savings plans

Employee and family assistance program

Job summary

MDA Space is seeking a Subcontract Manager for the Satellite Systems team at the Montreal office. The role involves selecting and managing subcontractors, ensuring adherence to contracts, and optimizing supplier relationships. Qualified candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration and 7-10 years of relevant experience, alongside strong negotiation and project management skills. MDA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health care, retirement savings plans, and more.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of relevant experience in a managerial role.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in project management.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and interpretation of contracts is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Select and manage subcontractors for various equipment.
• Support the development of commercial agreements with subcontractors.
• Ensure supplier contract adherence and negotiate commercial claims.
• Lead continuous improvement opportunities.
• Act on the Program Manager’s behalf for performance matters.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Project management

Financial management

Time-management skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Bilingual (French and English)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business Administration

Tools

MS Project

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Outlook

Job description

The MDA Space team is a global leader in satellite systems, earth observation, and space exploration technologies.

Role

We’re on the hunt for a Subcontract Manager on our Satellite systems team at our Montreal office.

Tasks

• As a member of the Subcontract Management team, and reporting to the Head of Subcontract Management and Program Manager in a matrix organization, you will be responsible for the selection process & management of the Subcontractors for various equipment within a dedicated program, from the negotiation phase to the delivery of the subcontract deliverables to the program organization usage.
• During the supplier selection and contract negotiation phases you will support the development of commercial agreements with our subcontractors in a cross‑functional environment. You will also conduct evaluations, coordinate and participate in commercial and technical negotiation activities between subcontractors and internal functions leading to final selection.
• As the program progresses from the supplier selection and contract negotiation phase to the product development phase your mandate will evolve to ensure continuity and maintain an integrated approach for the program requirements – supplier relationship by acting as the primary focal point for continuing supplier management activities for the program.
• In this expanded role, you will be responsible for ensuring supplier contract adherence and negotiating product change management commercial claims and will also ensure supplier technical and programmatic performance in support of specific program business objectives.
• You will also lead various other activities that would include the evaluation & implementation of continuous improvement opportunities. You will influence and apply change management techniques with the aim of bringing all departments and suppliers to an aligned vision around the program requirements.
• Your responsibilities will also include making decisions and acting on the Program Manager’s behalf for all performance matters relating to the subcontract within the boundaries of the contractual agreements.

Qualifications

• You have a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or an equivalent qualification and 7‑10 years of relevant experience.
• You have good negotiation skills and strong experience in project management, financial management, and operations.
• You have excellent organization and time‑management skills.
• You display active listening skills and the ability to build rapport easily.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and interpretation of contracts is an asset.
• You are familiar with integrated supply‑chain and lean‑manufacturing concepts.
• You can work with MS Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Proven communication skills internally and with customers.
• You are a team player, recognized for your leadership and innovation skills, and can communicate in French and English (written and spoken).

Comments / Special Considerations

Successful candidates must obtain and hold a security clearance at the reliability status level and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP).

Benefits

MDA provides competitive compensation and benefits packages that include extended health care, flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans, and an employee and family assistance program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

MDA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive culture based on diversity, integrity, and collaboration.