Lead Subcontracts Management

Leidos is seeking a Lead Subcontracts Management candidate to support our Digital Modernization Business Area. We are seeking a motivated self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment. Under limited supervision, the Lead Subcontracts Management specialist is responsible for activities that span the entire procurement cycle, including but not limited to negotiation of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and teaming agreements, preparation of solicitation packages to subcontractors, evaluation of subcontractor proposals, price analysis, negotiation of terms and conditions, subcontract administration, issue resolution, and closeout activities. Subcontracts will primarily be in support of federal programs as well as some commercial and state/local programs.

In this position, the Lead Subcontracts Management specialist is an integral part of the program team who is responsible for developing, negotiating, and administering subcontract agreements and acquisition aspects in new business proposals of moderate to high dollar value, risk, creativity, and complexity.

The individual will create subcontract solicitations from customer requirements and/or solicitations after analyzing which requirements flow down from the prime. They will analyze and estimate price proposals utilizing various cost and price analysis techniques and will negotiate terms and conditions, specifications/statement of work, price, date of delivery and other contractual and licensing provisions with subcontractors.

Primary Responsibilities

• Negotiates NDA’s and Teaming Agreements
• Creates moderate to complex RFP solicitations in accordance with Government and Leidos requirements.
• Evaluates supplier proposal responses.
• Conducts price and cost analysis.
• Negotiates pricing and terms/conditions with subcontractors.
• Administers subcontracts of various types and complexity.
• Primarily supports federal programs as well as some commercial and state/local government programs.
• Identifies and resolves moderate issues and problems on assigned subcontracts and make recommendations to management.
• Performs subcontract close-out activities.
• Analyze risks and identify risk mitigations
• Acts as primary interface between subcontractors and the programs being supported for all subcontracts related issues.
• Regularly interacts with program management, contracts, project control, finance, business development and with customers as required.
• Must have the interpersonal skills to deal effectively with subcontractor management regarding subcontract issues of varying degrees of complexity and work issues to resolution.
• Engaged and active member supporting proposal efforts

Basic Qualifications

• Typically requires a BA degree and 8 – 12 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6 – 10 years of prior relevant experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Must be US Citizen.
• Experience negotiating terms and conditions
• Successful track record of managing a variety of subcontract types, interfacing with internal customers, other functional support staff, and suppliers.
• Strong organizational, written and oral communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently, establish priorities, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• In depth knowledge of the FAR and DFAR.
• Proficiency in word processing, electronic spreadsheet, analysis techniques, and workstation tools.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills, strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working experience with automated purchasing system (preferably CostPoint, Deltek, or iValua)
• Team oriented attitude to volunteer help others when needed due to work surges.
• Demonstrated ability to build internal cross functional relationships.
• Ability to develop and contribute to the execution of strategies and tactical plans to achieve program objectives.

Original Posting Date:

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

The Leidos 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, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.