Manager Subcontracts with Security Clearance

About This Role Who We Are: CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, civil aviation, and healthcare by revolutionizing our customers' training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness.
CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.
CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.
What We Have to Offer: Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance
A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe
Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions
Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun.
Summary Reporting to the Director, US Supply Chain, this Front Line Leadership position is responsible for the overall performance and compliance of the Subcontracts Services Management Group. Responsibilities include the day to day management of the group, workload assignments, and alignment of resources to maximize support of Subcontracts Services. Provides guidance and recommendations to Subcontract Personnel and Management. Responsible for monitoring and maintaining full compliance of all Subcontract actions in accordance with Government Regulations, Public Law and company Policies and Procedures. This is a high visibility position often called upon to manage large subcontracts and proposal efforts in a high demand, fast paced environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Lead team of Subcontract Managers (SCMs) and Subcontract Administrators (SCAs)
Responsible for the procurement of Subcontracts including the management of cost, schedule and performance parameters
Implement sourcing strategies, assesses supplier risk (including financial) and develops mitigation plans
Leads and directs a team of Subcontract Management professionals with focus on processes, supplier performance and execution, systems and solutions to enhance performance of job area
Sign supplier agreements and purchase orders within established authority.
Subject matter expert with comprehensive knowledge of job area and in-depth knowledge of project management
Manages large, complex project initiatives of substantial importance to the organization with minimal oversight or direction
Communicates within and outside of the organization to explain and influence changes to practices, processes and approaches
Makes significant improvements in processes, systems, or products
Provides input into new products/processes and implements operational plans that have measurable impact on business or functional results
Responsible for the Subcontracts Management Group compliance with applicable regulations, public law and company policies & procedures
Drive all aspects of major subcontract execution (cost, schedule, technical, quality) and full integration of the subcontract work scope within the program, e.g. proposals, negotiations, contract execution, etc.
Seamless integration of Subcontracts, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Planning organizations in support of Program Management and Business Development
Serve as the lead Subcontracts focal point to Centers of Excellence within the Defense and Security Division
Work closely with SCMs, Program Management and Technical personnel, to support/manage high-dollar value proposals and subcontracts
Strategically support Program(s) and SCMs on critical negotiations and strategies development
Strong negotiations skills and ability to lead terms and conditions negotiations with Subcontractors
Work closely with Trade Compliance and provide guidance and support to the Program(s) related to correct document markings (i.e. Export Controlled, Proprietary Information, ITAR, EAR, etc.)
Able to work directly with Technical Team(s) to identify processes, requirements, Statement of Work improvements and propose changes, to include risk mitigation strategies with possible cost savings/avoidance
Strong working knowledge with Federal Regulations (FAR, DFARs, etc.) and Public Law Qualifications and Education Requirements Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, or other related field required, MBA preferred
Minimum 10 years of Subcontracts Management experience in a technical/manufacturing environment, Aerospace & Defense Industry experience and knowledge highly preferred
Minimum 2 years of Front Line Leadership experience in a Procurement organization, Subcontracts Management preferred
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents Ability to respond effectively to inquiries and issues Ability to generate and present effective oral and written presentations on complex subjects
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions Preferred Skills Experience in a U.S. DoD environment highly preferred
Experience supporting Government audits, i.e. CPSR
Experience with Deltek CostPoint Security Responsibilities Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources. Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance. Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role. Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Ability to be onsite 3-4 days week.
Ability to work overtime as needed.
Ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.
Ability to travel CONUS Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. CAE USA Inc. is an EOE/AA employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. Position Type
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