Global Subcontracts Leader – Defense (Remote, Secret)

Leidos; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Global Supply Chain Manager to lead subcontracts for a high-impact defense program. You will manage a team of Subcontracts professionals, negotiate strategic supplier agreements, and ensure compliance with CPSR, FAR/DFARS, and DoD requirements.

You'll collaborate across Contracts, Program Management, Finance, Engineering, and Manufacturing to align supplier strategies with program objectives, manage risk, and deliver on schedule in a dynamic, remote-capable environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent plus 5+ years relevant experience; or a Master's with 3+ years.
• Active Secret clearance; US Citizenship.
• Experience awarding and managing subcontracts in CPSR and FAR/DFARS.
• Proven negotiation skills to maximize value and minimize risk.
• Ability to lead subcontract management independently.
• Experience with multiple subcontract types and interfacing with internal customers and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Subcontracts professionals and align with program goals.
• Negotiate long-term strategic supplier agreements.
• Coordinate with Contracts, Program Management, Finance, Eng, and others.
• Identify and mitigate risks within the subcontract portfolio.
• Translate supplier data into executive insights and savings plans.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Security clearance

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Master's degree

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

ERP systems

Ivalua

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Global Supply Chain Manager to lead subcontracts for a high-impact defense program. You will manage a team of Subcontracts professionals, negotiate strategic supplier agreements, and ensure compliance with CPSR, FAR/DFARS, and DoD requirements.

You'll collaborate across Contracts, Program Management, Finance, Engineering, and Manufacturing to align supplier strategies with program objectives, manage risk, and deliver on schedule in a dynamic, remote-capable environment.