Junior Subcontracts Manager — Flexible Schedule

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 66,352 - 80,704; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Parental leave

Job summary

The NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory is looking for a Subcontracts Manager in Pasadena, California. This entry-level position involves managing subcontracts, developing solicitation documents, and negotiating terms for various projects. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field and possess excellent communication and customer service skills.

You'll be responsible for ensuring subcontract compliance while working in a fast-paced environment. Join us to contribute to groundbreaking space missions and enjoy a variety of employee benefits including a flexible schedule and health plans.

Qualifications

• Typically requires 1 year of experience or a Masters degree with 0 years of experience.
• Ability to think clearly and effectively under pressure.
• Strong customer service and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Identify, solicit, select, award and manage subcontracts.
• Develop solicitation documents based on purchase requisitions.
• Conduct negotiations on delivery, price, and terms.
• Ensure compliance with Laboratory requirements.
• Provide customer service navigating technical and business partners.

Skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Ability to think clearly under pressure

Education

Bachelors degree in Business Administration or a related discipline

Tools

Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

Job description

The NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory is looking for a Subcontracts Manager in Pasadena, California. This entry-level position involves managing subcontracts, developing solicitation documents, and negotiating terms for various projects. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field and possess excellent communication and customer service skills.

You'll be responsible for ensuring subcontract compliance while working in a fast-paced environment. Join us to contribute to groundbreaking space missions and enjoy a variety of employee benefits including a flexible schedule and health plans.