Subcontract Management Specialist 3

United Launch Alliance (ULA); Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 89,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Discretionary annual bonus

Generous paid time off

Flexible work environments

Job summary

United Launch Alliance Denver/Cape Canaveral is seeking a skilled procurement and subcontracts professional to analyze prospective procurements, develop competitive RFQ/RFP packages, evaluate supplier proposals and negotiate subcontract provisions for GSE hardware and onsite services.

You will ensure compliance with FAR and ULA processes, coordinate changes, monitor performance, and report status to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience in Supply Chain, Procurement or business with purchasing policies.
• Background in Supply Chain processes (planning, purchasing, inventory, warehouse).
• Proficiency with SAP or ERP systems.
• Ability to travel about 50% and support Vandenberg hours.

Responsibilities

• Analyze procurements to secure best value for GSE hardware and onsite services.
• Develop subcontract specs, terms, conditions, and other requirements.
• Prepare RFQ/RFP packages, conduct bidders' conferences, evaluate proposals.
• Negotiate subcontract provisions and manage resulting subcontracts.
• Develop price analysis and cost-reduction strategies.
• Coordinate subcontract changes and approvals with stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with FAR and ULA processes.
• Report subcontract status and performance to management.
• Travel ~50% and support Vandenberg hours.

Skills

Procurement

Subcontracts

Cost analysis

Vendor negotiations

SAP experience

RFQ/RFP

Travel ability

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Requisition ID: 2015
Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00
Location: ULA - Denver, ULA - Cape Canaveral
Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available
Travel Requirements: 50% or more
At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team.
Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!
Job Overview & Responsibilities

• Analyze prospective procurements to develop strategies which will secure the best value for ULA for GSE Hardware and onsite services/construction.
• Assists in development of subcontract specifications, work statements, terms and conditions and other technical requirements documents.
• Prepare requests for quotes (RFQ) and proposals (RFP) packages, conducts bidders' conferences, analyzes and evaluates supplier proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects subcontract source, creates subcontract documents, and administers resulting subcontracts.
• Possess / Develop advanced price analysis, proposal evaluation and negotiation skills aimed at reducing total cost of ownership to ULA for GSE hardware and onsite services/construction.
• Negotiates and coordinates additions, deletions or modifications to subcontracts.
• Participates with Supply Chain Governance to ensure compliance with ULA Supply Chain Command Media, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and standard ULA business processes.
• Makes decisions affecting the performance of the subcontractor; establishes milestone objectives and manages performance to committed schedules and contractual specifications.
• Identify and resolve supply chain constraints, working with internal stakeholders and suppliers to develop executable, cost effective solutions
• Briefs ULA executive management and customers regarding subcontract status and issues affecting subcontract performance or cost.
• Measure, analyze and report key process metrics
• As a member of the high-performing Vandenberg Launch Operations Team, successful execution of responsibilities will require: working collaboratively in a team environment, clearly communicating hardware/tooling/onsite service requirements and expectations to suppliers to ensure optimal value for ULA, and effectively communicating outcomes to internal/external customers.
• These responsibilities also include about 50% travel as well as supporting Vandenberg working hours.
  

Required Education
Bachelor
Required Years Of Experience
Minimum of 4 years of related work experience
Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Experience in Supply Chain, Procurement or Business experience with purchasing policies and procedures
• Background in Supply Chain processes such as planning, purchasing, inventory management, and/or warehouse operations
• Demonstrated proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (SAP preferred)
• Experience in developing and applying basic professional analytical techniques to develop problem solving tactics.
• Experience following standard business procedures, and general business knowledge/acumen
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to travel about 50% as well as support Vandenberg working hours.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proactive, independent worker with the demonstrated capacity to work in a team environment
• Impeccable attention to detail, passion for driving change and the ability to look at the big picture
• Extremely organized with strong time-management skills
• Successful negotiation experience

Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver, ULA - Cape Canaveral only): $89,492.00 - $149,154.00
Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay.
What makes ULA different?
Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels.
We Offer Our Employees Competitive Pay And Benefits Including

• 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
• Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible work environments

Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a \"9/80 schedule,\" meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.
Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information.
ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster ( English / Spanish ) and Right to Work Poster ( English / Spanish ).
Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted