Subcontracts Administrator 4 - Tysons, VA

M.C. Dean, Inc; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k Retirement Plan

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

M.C. Dean, Inc in Tysons, Virginia, is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to oversee procurement processes and supplier performance. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree related to the field and at least 8 years of experience in supply chain management, with strong negotiation skills.

This position involves preparing RFPs, leading negotiations, and managing proposal compliance. Our commitment to innovation requires a dynamic individual eager to contribute within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in supply chain management, subcontracts/procurement or similar role.
• Ability to understand technical requirements of procured hardware and services.
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue RFPs, RFIs, and manage proposal compliance.
• Develop negotiation strategies and lead formal negotiations.
• Manage metrics related to quality and supplier performance.
• Place subcontracts/purchase orders of medium/high complexity.
• Work closely with cross functional groups to achieve objectives.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and initiate corrective action.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Negotiation Skills

Project Planning

Cost Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field

Job description

Overview

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber‑physical solutions for the nation’s most mission‑critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 9,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.

Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward‑thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and issuance of RFPs, RFIs, and managing proposal compliance including cost and pricing data analysis, manage agreements, place, perform complex analysis, documentation, and terms and conditions.
• Develop negotiation strategies, lead formal negotiations (Price, Delivery, Terms & Conditions).
• Manage all metrics, to include quality, delivery and schedule and supplier performance related to buyer desk.
• Lead and host telecons for weekly with multiple supplier engagements.
• Place subcontracts/purchase orders of medium/high complexity in accordance with all regulatory (FAR/DFAR) and corporate compliance requirements, knowledge of TINA requirements.
• Work closely with the Program and other cross functional groups (PMOs, Operations, Quality, Engineering, etc) to achieve objectives.
• Develop plans to promote cost reduction initiatives and performance improvements (technical and quality) in support of flawless supplier execution for programs.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and initiate corrective action if performance falters; execute contract modifications in response to changing requirements; and perform close‑out activities.
• Provide advice and support to Program Managers and Cost Estimators in developing proposals, including developing Basis of Estimates (BOEs).
• Support travel as needed (up to 25%).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree is required. Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field. International Export/Import Requirements preferred.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in supply chain management, subcontracts/procurement or similar role.
• Please note that in pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires U.S. Citizenship status.

Qualifications We Value

• International Export/Import Requirements
• Ability to understand technical requirements of procured hardware and services – including Statement of Work (SOW) review
• Price Analysis and Negotiations Skills, including Cost and Pricing Data requirements
• Project planning and management
• Experience/Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS)
• Familiarity with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)

We Offer an Excellent Benefits Package Including:

• A competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Military Reserve pay offset
• Paid maternity leave

Abilities

• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person.