Job Description

Overview

+ Under the direction of the Global Service Delivery (GSD) Sr. Supply Chain Manager, manages a team of subcontracts and procurement professionals supporting the programs in the Middle East from the Kuwait GSD Office while actively working the more complex subcontracts. Acts as the supply chain lead for the programs, including but not limited to meetings with requestors, supplier reviews, site visits, etc. Assists in ensuring Subcontracts compliance on corporate policies, legal issues, FAR guidelines, and customer requirements. Responsible for cradle to grave subcontracts and purchasing activities, including but not limited to, issuance of Request for Proposal/Quote, subcontractor cost or price analysis, subcontractor negotiations, Subcontracts awards and change management through Modifications and/or Amendments. Administers in a paralegal manner on all interpretations of Subcontracts and Amendments, Teaming Agreements, Consultant Agreements and any other subcontract legal documents. Administers one or more major multi-million dollar subcontracts. Responsible for protecting the legal and financial interest of the Corporation during all discussions and interaction with customers, clients, etc. Provides direct leadership and supervision of the Kuwait office supply chain professionals, including Sr. subcontract administrators, subcontracts administrators, buyers and Associate buyers including training, resource allocation, mentoring.

Responsibilities

+ Leads a team of supply chain professionals (Commodities and Services); accountable for the team work product quality and compliance.

+ Ensures all actions of the team, including subcontract and purchase order awards, are in full compliance with Vectrus Corporate Purchasing procedures and policies as well as Government Prime Contract requirements.

+ Reviews and interprets subcontracts specifications, requirements and terms and conditions for incorporation into proposal submittal to customers.

+ Supports the issuance of RFPs to prospective subcontractors and vendors and provides expertise to service selection activities.

+ Continuously monitors awarded subcontracts performance to ensure that all contract terms and conditions are met and assists Program Managers in the business management of subcontracts.

+ Assists in directing coordination with other departments on matters related to Subcontracting; prepares responses as necessary to customer correspondence and other requests.

+ Leads negotiations with subcontractors; documents reviews of subcontracts; makes recommendations to management to execute subcontract documents; obtains necessary consent and subsequently issues subcontract.

+ Assists in communicating Subcontracting policies/standards to Subcontract Administrators operating/performing administration on projects/programs in Systems Division.

+ Performs other duties and assignments as required.

Qualifications

+ Education

+ BS/BA Degree

+ Experience

+ Minimum nine years professional experience relating to subcontracting and purchasing.

+ Must have working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), contract law, purchasing policies and procedures, basic software worksheet technologies.

+ Must have the ability to meet with, work with and brief senior management personnel.

+ Skills

+ Possesses both analytical and interpersonal skills.

+ Good problem solving, negotiation and organizational skills/techniques.

+ Strong communicator, must be able to communicate clearly both in writing and orally.

+ Ability to train, lead projects, direct employees.

+ Customer service oriented, detail focused, pro-active behavior, multi-task capability.

+ Functionally skilled in Microsoft Office products including, but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint.

+ Other Requirements

+ Must possess current Kuwait residency status.

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.