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Senior Specialist, Subcontracts

Yorba Linda, CA

Full Time (4/10)

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Harris Technologies is currently seeking a Senior Specialist, Subcontracts to contribute to the success and growth of our Interstate Electronics division located in Yorba Linda, CA. The Specialist, Subcontracts determines approaches to objectives, demonstrating a broad understanding and application of procurement/subcontract principles, concepts and practices in a DoD environment.

• Manage subcontracts for complex efforts for development and production phased programs, including preparation of Requests for Quotes (RFQs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs), proposal evaluation and analysis, and issuance and maintenance of purchase orders and subcontracts.
• Procure complex major components and subassemblies to support various programs, including commodities such as electronic, mechanical, optical components or assemblies, capital equipment, and electronic/optical systems on an "as needed" basis.
• Select and recommend subcontractors, negotiate pricing, delivery, quality, terms and conditions, and execute non-disclosure agreements and service agreements.
• Develop material cost reduction strategy and create and issue fixed price, time and material, labor hour and cost-type purchase orders.
• Lead formal source selection teams; conduct formal cost/price analysis, cost audits, fact-finding and formal negotiations to negotiate the lowest possible total cost for the product.
• Identify opportunities to mitigate supply chain risk.
• Administer post-award of large high-dollar/program critical subcontracts.
• Create purchase orders/subcontract files in compliance with all command media and necessary process disciplines for audits.
• Ensure the creation of Statements of Work with input from appropriate functional areas.
• Track CDRL requirements of the contract/SOW to completion.
• Support Integrated Product Teams (IPT) through supply chain representative or as an active team member.
• Monitor and provide feedback to IPT on critical supplier performance to ensure timely delivery to manufacturing schedules.
• Inter and intra-departmental coordination is essential.
• Active participation in company and department initiatives such as strategic sourcing and various L3
  
  Harris improvement efforts.
• Provide training and mentorship to less experienced peers to further inter-departmental growth.

• Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience.
• MBA is highly preferred with a minimum of 4 years relevant experience.
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience in procurement, supply chain management, contracts, or defense subcontracting within a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Must be a US Citizen.

• Knowledge within Deltek, Costpoint, SAP, and Pro Pricer.
• Knowledge in the procurement/subcontracting processes of military grade products.
• Demonstrated experience working within proposal teams, generating material estimates for bids and proposals, and providing substantiating evidence as needed.
• Comprehensive understanding of the DoD 5000.02 framework and Earned Value Management principles.
• Proven ability to direct and manage multiple projects with effective prioritization and resource allocation.
• Strong team player with excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Superior verbal and written communication abilities, along with strong organizational, negotiation, and management skills.
• Advanced computer skills, including proficiency with ERP systems and MS Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong capability in reading and interpreting specifications, statements of work, and technical drawings.
• Extensive knowledge of FARS, DFARS, and ITAR regulations as they pertain to purchasing requirements.
• Expertise in developing and implementing policies and processes.
• In-depth understanding of small business government requirements.
• A strong commitment to and experience in continuous improvement methodologies, including Lean Six Sigma tools.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $90,000 - $167,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary; the final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3

Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays.

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Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other class protected by federal, state or local laws.