Sr Subcontracts Manager - Capture & Strategy

Pace Industries, LLC; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 135,300 - 186,037; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

3 weeks paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Job summary

Pace Industries, LLC is seeking a Sr Subcontracts Manager in Louisville, Kentucky. This role involves managing the lifecycle of high-value subcontracts, negotiations, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience), has 8+ years in related fields, and possesses strong analytical skills. The incentive package includes competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Typically 8+ years of related experience.
• Extensive knowledge of subcontract management.
• Mastery of contractual and legal frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Manage the lifecycle of subcontracts from solicitation to close-out.
• Lead complex negotiations and manage high-risk agreements.
• Develop and implement organization-wide subcontract management policies.

Skills

Advanced skills in Microsoft Suite

EPR/MRP experience

Advanced cost-plus contracting experience

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Leadership and strategic thinking capabilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience

Master’s degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

About the Role

The Sr Subcontracts Manager is responsible for managing the lifecycle of subcontracts from initial solicitation through contract close-out. The role includes developing subcontract agreements, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, negotiating contract terms, and managing supplier relationships. The Manager must possess extensive and comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of subcontract management, mastery of contractual and legal frameworks, and in-depth understanding of financial analysis, market trends, and strategic sourcing on a global scale. In this role, the Manager will oversee and manage high-risk, high-value subcontract agreements, ensure alignment with organizational goals and compliance with regulatory requirements, develop and implement organization-wide subcontract management policies and strategic initiatives, lead complex negotiations, resolve high-stakes disputes, advise senior management on subcontracting strategy, risk management, and regulatory compliance, lead projects and teams to execute subcontracts and sourcing activities, and interact with leadership, suppliers, and external personnel on matters requiring coordination between functional organizations.

About You

The mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve, and empower. Members should align with our values, mission, and goals and meet the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree) or a Master’s degree with 6+ years of experience.
• Typically 8+ years of related experience.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Suite.
• EPR/MRP experience.
• Advanced cost-plus contracting experience.
• Extensive and comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of subcontract management.
• Expertise in government and commercial contracting regulations and compliance (e.g., FAR/DFAR).
• Mastery of contractual and legal frameworks governing subcontracting.
• In-depth understanding of financial analysis, market trends, and strategic sourcing on a global scale.
• Leadership and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• SCM-related certifications.
• Extensive experience with SAP.
• Proven track record of managing high-risk, high-value subcontract agreements.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experience with advanced subcontracting strategies and best practices.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience in mentoring junior team members.
• Expertise in cost and price analysis, including proposal management.
• An active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance.

Compensation

Pay Range: $135,300.00 – $186,037.50. Actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.

Benefits

We offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.

Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.