Subcontracts Administrator, Indirect - Millennium Space Systems

Subcontracts Administrator, Indirect - Millennium Space Systems

Company:

The Boeing Company

Job Description
Millennium Space Systems (MSS), a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is seeking an Indirect Subcontracts Administrator (a Lead position), responsible for leading the negotiation, drafting, and management of indirect contracts, including IT services, facilities management, Software as a Service, and professional services. This role will develop and maintain effective working relationships with critical suppliers and will be a founding member of the Indirect and Facilities contracts group at MSS. This is an onsite role in El Segundo, California.

Position Responsibilities:

• Produce high quality contract management related products, managing indirect procurements and critical facilities suppliers
• Contract Development and Negotiation
• Leading the negotiation, drafting, and management of indirect contracts, including IT services, facilities management, and professional services agreements
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define contract terms, conditions, scope of work and business risks
• Create and execute purchase orders for indirect acquisitions
• Risk Management and Compliance
• Evaluate and mitigate risks associated with indirect contracts, ensuring adherence to company policies and industry regulations
• Develop and implement processes for monitoring and enforcing compliance with contractual obligations
• Vendor Relationship and Performance Management
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with vendors to drive performance, innovation, and value
• Financial Oversight and Cost Optimization
• Work closely with finance teams to establish and manage budgets for indirect contracts
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and negotiate favorable terms to optimize procurement expenditures
• Collaborate seamlessly with various departments, including finance, legal, supply chain, contracts, and engineering, to align contract strategies with organizational objectives

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field or 5+ years of equivalent work experience.
• Proven track record (3+ years) in indirect contract management or supplier management
• Exceptional negotiation skills, coupled with effective communication and interpersonal abilities
• In-depth understanding of procurement processes, legal frameworks, and industry best practices.
• Familiarity with government regulations and defense contracting requirements
• Experience with various types of agreements, including Non-Disclosure Agreements and other non-sales agreements
• Ability to develop solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity and work under minimal supervision

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Advanced degree or legal qualifications are advantageous
• Exceptional drive for continuous learning and working collaboratively with others
• Experience working with government contracts, with a focus on aerospace and defense
• Experience performing with a significant amount of autonomy and exercising good judgment in determining objectives and approaches to assignments
• Experience providing guidance to all levels of management on contractual rights and obligations, risk avoidance and mitigation, strategy, and problem solving
• Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS)
• Comprehensive knowledge of the terms and conditions appropriate for different contract types Firm fixed Price, Cost Plus Fixed Fee, Cost plus incentive fee, Time & Material (FFP, CPFF, CPIF, T&M, etc.) and their proper use
• Strong organization skills and high attention to detail

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace:

Millennium Space Systems, A Boeing Company is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

Millennium Space Systems, A Boeing Company offers a very competitive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan.

• Level 3: $79,900 - $117,500

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Millennium Space Systems, A Boeing Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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