Space IT Subcontracts Specialist - Strategic Sourcing

Vast Space Llc.; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Vast Space Llc. in Long Beach, CA, is seeking a Subcontracts Specialist for IT/Software to support development of systems for artificial-gravity space station projects.

The role is full-time and exempt, reporting to the Director, Indirect Supply Chain. You will coordinate IT subcontracting strategies, source IT suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage the full procurement lifecycle while partnering with IT and Legal teams to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience in negotiating software and IT contracts, including pricing, lead times and favorable terms.
• Experience in generating RFPs and managing delivery schedules.
• Experience in all aspects of the Indirect Procurement process, from demand identification through fulfillment.
• Ability to negotiate for indirect products including SaaS and hardware.
• Bachelor of Science degree in an Engineering or Business-related field or equivalent years of work experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with and lead internal stakeholders to identify IT needs, specifications/requirements and development of associated Subcontracting strategies.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies to source IT suppliers efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and negotiate contracts and agreements per RFQ/RFP guidelines
• Manage the entire procurement lifecycle, from supplier selection and contract negotiation to performance monitoring and contract renewal.
• Collaborate with IT and Legal teams to ensure contracts and agreements comply with company policies and relevant regulations.
• Interface with Vast Customers including IT, Protect, Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering and senior leadership to understand IT requirements and business priorities.
• Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and enforce contract terms as necessary.
• Directly manage suppliers for Indirect spend and develop supplier scorecards and quarterly reviews.
• Seek alternate and innovative ideas to provide business solutions, challenge requirements and specifications to create competitive advantage.
• Ensure all procurement activities are conducted in accordance with procedures and track execution to sourcing plans.

Skills

Subcontracts

IT contracts

RFPs

Indirect procurement

SaaS

Hardware purchases

Negotiation

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business

Job description

Vast Space Llc. in Long Beach, CA, is seeking a Subcontracts Specialist for IT/Software to support development of systems for artificial-gravity space station projects.

The role is full-time and exempt, reporting to the Director, Indirect Supply Chain. You will coordinate IT subcontracting strategies, source IT suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage the full procurement lifecycle while partnering with IT and Legal teams to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.