Subcontract Administrator

Nassco; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible spending accounts/HSAs

Life and disability insurance

Company paid holidays and PTO

Wellness coaching

Onsite health services

Job summary

NASSCO in San Diego seeks an experienced Subcontract Administrator to lead advanced SCM tasks for new construction and repair programs. You will handle procurement, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management to support on-time material delivery and cost control.

The role requires knowledge of FAR/DFARS, strong communication, and the ability to guide less experienced team members. You will work across departments to ensure compliance and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Liberal Arts or related field required.
• 4-5 years Purchasing experience.
• Ability to lead an acquisition team.
• Strong problem-solving for supply chain events.
• Strong knowledge of logistics, inventory, receiving.
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS regulations.
• Experience with government and commercial procurements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Conduct all aspects of acquisition and supplier management for government and commercial programs.
• Solicit, negotiate, award, and administer purchase orders; monitor performance.
• Manage inventory of multiple commodities.
• Perform cost analyses and Estimates at Completion (EAC).
• Lead a procurement team as needed.
• Establish relationships with suppliers and resolve contract issues.
• Prepare procurement packages per SCM procedures.
• Monitor supplier performance and on-time delivery.
• Interface with other departments to resolve procurement issues.
• Analyze contract documents for compliance with FAR/DFARS.
• Perform material management to maintain supply levels.
• Resolve material discrepancies and implement policies.
• Interface with other departments to resolve procurement issues.
• Analyze and interpret contract documents for compliance.
• Apply knowledge of materials and services.

Skills

Purchasing

Contract negotiation

Cost analysis

Procurement

Supply chain

Regulations (FAR/DFARS)

Procurement experience

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance/Liberal Arts or related field

Job description

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Company: National Steel and Shipbuilding Com

Job Posting End Date:Until Filled

Shift: 1st

Security Clearance: No Clearance

SUMMARY

The primary purpose of this position is to perform advanced-level SCM tasks and/or project lead duties in cooperation with and support of NASSCO’s new construction and repair programs. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: procurement tasks, contract negotiation, program estimates-at-completion (EAC’s), department budgeting, material forecasting, cost and price analysis, peer audit, material quality management and supplier performance management. The Subcontract Administrator will implement and ensure department compliance with established policies and procedures through internal reviews and audits. The Subcontract Administrator will analyze, plan, coordinate, and implement external transportation requirements necessary to support the material delivery function. The Subcontract Administrator will actively participate in implementing and monitoring continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, improve quality, reduce cycle time, and reduce costs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

• Under minimal supervision, conduct all aspects of acquisition, manage suppliers and/or perform related inventory/supply analyst functions and cost analyst functions for government and commercial programs and capital projects.

Solicit, analyze, negotiate, award and administer terms and conditions of purchase orders for the procurement and/or administration of moderate-to-high-dollar/high volume supplies and services. Prepare contract terms and monitor performance of supplier(s). Prepare and issue contract modifications while adhering to budget and schedule.

Manage and oversee inventory of multiple commodities

Responsible for complex bid development, cost/price analysis, Estimates at Completion (EAC) analysis. Authority to commit to purchases up to a certain dollar limit.

Contribute to company goals and business objectives through cost down and process improvement initiatives.

May act in a team leader capacity. Provide guidance and direction to less experienced supply chain personnel as individually capable and appropriate, related to company programs, projects and/or contracts.

Establish good working relationships with suppliers while enforcing contract provisions and resolving contract disagreements.

Prepare well written and fully supported procurement packages in accordance with Supply Chain Management (SCM) Purchasing Department procedures.

Initiate supplier relationships. Monitor and direct supplier performance and manage suppliers effectively with on time material delivery and good quality

Analyze and interpret contract documents to determine compliance with prime contracts, NASSCO policy, and government procurement regulations. Identify FAR and DFARS issues which could impact the procurement activity.

Perform material management to maintain supply and inventory levels.

Resolve material discrepancies and interpret and implement policies and department operating procedures.

Interface with other NASSCO departments and suppliers to resolve issues affecting procurements, including investigating and resolving disputes and making decisions about delivery, product, and schedule.

Identify complex issues to bring to the attention of management. May make recommendations to management with respect to resolution of issues.

Apply a certain level of technical expertise regarding materials and services.

Understand and utilize NASSCO business information systems and Purchasing Department systems.

Perform cost analysis on complex supplier proposals in advance of supplier negotiations.

Other duties as assigned

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

4-5 years Purchasing experience

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Liberal Arts or related field required

May act as the leader of an acquisition team requiring multidisciplinary participation. May manage a team or subdivision and regularly direct the work of other employees.

Identify and resolve moderately complex problems posed by evolving supply chain events and occurrences.

Advanced understanding of the range of supply chain functions, including logistics, inventory and receiving management.

Knowledge of market trends of various material commodities and service industries serving the maritime industry. Proven ability to independently evaluate, negotiate and prepare price/cost analyses.

Knowledge of FAR / DFARS and other regulations impacting the procurement process.

Experience in executing procurements in accordance with various procurement rules and regulations for both government and commercial contracts and subcontracts.

Proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Proficient in Microsoft suite

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work primarily conducted in an office setting with good lighting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus. Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing. Must be physically able to commute to buildings throughout the shipyard. Occasional exposure to dust, fumes and moderate levels of noise.

Additional requirements: position requires the ability to distinguish color.

ACCOUNTABILITY

Accountable for supporting the internal customer through the on-time procurement and delivery of materials and services of the right quantity, quality, and best value for NASSCO in accordance with the standards of conduct and acquisition. Responsible for results related to quality and timeliness of achieving project goals and ability to develop, implement, and/or adhere to processes that maximize productiveness and throughout.

Payscale:

$91,800 - $127,900

This pay range is a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. It takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to skill sets, experience, training, and education.

General Dynamics NASSCO also provides a variety of benefits including:

• medical & dental insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• flexible spending accounts/HSAs
• life and disability insurance
• company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)
• wellness coaching
• onsite health services

General Dynamics NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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