Subcontract Administrator

Nassco; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) match

Tuition and training reimbursement

Job summary

NASSCO Bremerton is seeking a procurement professional to solicit, negotiate, award, and administer subcontracts for ship repair programs and internal requirements. The role centers on high-dollar, labor-intensive procurements with NASSCO as the focal point at the Bremerton site.

Candidates should have a BA/BS (or equivalent) and strong knowledge of FAR, contract law, and MS Office. On-site work is required with occasional overtime and coordination across internal teams.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in a related field or AA/AS with two years’ related experience, or four years’ related experience.
• Knowledge of FAR and contract law principles as applied to ship repair.
• Ability to think clearly under deadlines.
• Adheres to health, safety and environmental policies.

Responsibilities

• Procure semi-complex, high-dollar subcontractor services and materials.
• Plan and coordinate facility surveys to assess subcontractor capability.
• Validate subcontracts against contract specifications and SOW.
• Ensure subcontract agreements specify technical requirements and contract terms.
• Negotiate proposals and perform price analysis.
• Maintain liaison with subcontractors, suppliers and program managers to resolve issues.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

BA/BS in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Company: National Steel and Shipbuilding Com

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND PURPOSE (Job Description)

Solicit, negotiate, award and administer subcontracts for goods and services pursuant to requirements of prime contracts, Government and commercial ship repair programs, and internal requirements, including but not limited to the Outline of Authority to Act. Major efforts are on high-dollar and labor-intensive subcontracts. The single focal point for all subcontracting actions at NASSCO Bremerton location.

POSITION DEMANDS (Education/Training)

Typically has a BA/BS in a related field, or AA/AS plus two (2) years’ directly related experience, or four (4) years’ directly related experience..

POSITION DEMANDS (Required Experience)

Knowledge of:

• Basic shipbuilding/ship repair process and subcontract requirements Understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
• Contract law principles and their application to ship repair environment.
• Ability to think clearly under pressure of time deadlines.
• NASSCO health, safety, and environmental policies.

Skill in:

• Negotiating semi-complex, high-dollar, and/or custom Subcontractor service and material procurements.
• Maintaining a high degree of attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Document preparation including special reports and presentations.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office products.
• Excellent business math and verbal and written communication skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Carrying

Lifting

X

Walking

Climbing

Pulling

Must be able to go on vessels

X

X

Visual Requirements:

Crouching

X

Standing

X

Hearing

Stooping

Other:

Kneeling

X

Talking

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to the Supply Chain Manager. Maintains close internal contact with Project/Ship Managers, Engineering, Planning & Estimating, Contracts, Receiving, Integrated Logistics Support, Production, and Quality Assurance. Maintains close external contact with Suppliers and requesting organizations to resolve semi-complex contractual and technical problems associated with unique and/or high-dollar procurement actions. This position has no direct reports, however must work well with the Supply Chain Manager and Buyer in a small professional working environment at NASSCO Bremerton.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for procurement of semi complex high-dollar, Subcontractor services and materials which may have long lead times, and other procurements as assigned.
• Assist in planning and coordinating facility surveys to determine Subcontractor’s ability to perform repair work. Obtain reviews, concurrence, and approvals as required by the Purchasing Manual.
• Validate subcontracts and rental requisitions against contract and project specifications with in-depth technical understanding of the statement of work and required subcontractor or leasing company qualifications.
• Insure subcontract agreements clearly specify all pertinent technical requirements and invoke all relevant contract clauses, terms, and conditions.
• Perform price analysis and negotiation of subcontractor and leasing company proposals.
• Maintain exceptionally close liaison between Subcontractors, Suppliers and Program/Ship Managers, and Material Control for resolution of performance problems, and to ensure timely receipt of a satisfactory product/services.
• Be aware of NASSCO’s “Standards and Business Conduct” and abide by the instructions and guidelines set forth in the standard.
• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

ACCOUNTABILITY

Accountable to the Supply Chain Manager at NASSCO Bremerton for procurement of acceptable Subcontractor services at the best value while ensuring timely delivery in support of schedule. Results are related to the quality and timeliness of achieving project goals and ability to develop, implement, and/or adhere to processes that comply with contract requirements and maximize productiveness and throughput.

STANDARD EQUIPMENT ISSUE

Desktop Computer, Corporate Credit Card, Cell phone

UNIQUE/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Regular, reliable attendance on-site is an essential function of the job. Must have reliable record of attendance and punctuality and be available for overtime as required. Must be able to physically transit all areas of the facility. Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects or controls, and to talk and hear. Must have good eye/hand coordination. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Must be able to work and coordinate with the subcontracts administration division at NASSCO Norfolk. Able to be independent and responsible for all subcontracting actions at the NASSCO Bremerton office.

Pay Range: $32.80-$43.05 Houly

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity. At NASSCO Bremerton we anticipate making salary offers between the minimum and midpoint of salary range. Offers will be based on experience, abilities, and knowledge similar to the NASSCO Job being applied for NASSCO employees performing similar work.

As a NASSCO team member, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Additionally, NASSCO employees earn paid vacation from date of hire, accrued at 2.31 hours for every week worked, seven paid holidays, and one personal day per year. Team members participating in a 401(k) retirement plan will receive a 6% match on a 6% enrollment election. Additionally, we offer tuition and training reimbursement(s).

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