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Subcontract Manager

Harlow, UK (Hybrid)

Summary of Role:

Major Subcontract Manager, contributes to Competitive Tendering, Single Source Tendering and Subcontract Management activity in respect of partnering and relationship management strategies and responses to customer Requests for Proposal. Responsible for and directs all phases of the subcontract from initiation of the business case for make or buy decisions through requests for proposals, subcontract management plans, negotiation strategy, cost accountability, programme execution and contract closure.

Main Duties (Leading and/or Supporting):

Responsible for early subcontractor identification and engagement to support new business pursuits and provide risk and opportunity analysis for early capture.
Responsible (independently) for developing procurement strategies (including identifying the appropriate procedure and providing full justification for its selection)
Responsible for executing procurement procedures and guiding multi-functional internal teams through the process including scoring moderation. (Working with the Customer to gain endorsement at each stage including the setting of Selection and Award criteria including weightings etc)
Continually assesses and promotes sustainable and responsible procurement, including social, cultural and diversity values in the organisation and throughout the supply chain
Liaising with peers from other disciplines and businesses and the Functional SLT.
Creates, executes, and manages various International or Domestic subcontract types (Cost Type, Incentive Type, Firm Fixed, etc.), using various source selection techniques.
Develops and implements International Offset/Industrial Participation strategies and negotiates associated Agreements.
Participates in development of supplier Statements of Work (SOW) and conducts bidders' conferences as required.
Performs or supports cost and price analysis, develops negotiation strategies, and leads negotiations in order to create value for money outcomes for procuring goods and services
Directs and manages all costs, quality, schedule, financial and technical performance requirements that are levied on the subcontractor or the product family and is required to ensure performance and support of the contract milestones of the system
Works with suppliers and other stakeholders to achieve collaborative partnering and strategic relationship management to deliver value for the organisation
Contribute to the creation of business capture strategies by recommending strategic choices to improve the organisation's short and long term performance
Participates in gate reviews and capture / proposal efforts.

Candidate Requirements:

Essential:

Experience in Supply Chain, Subcontract Management, Procurement, Commodity and/or related field
Related degree//MCIPS or equivalent
Experience in managing stakeholder groups
Flexible and positive attitude
Able to lead or perform effectively in a multi functional team
Excellent verbal and written communications and ability to brief at mid-mgmt level
Knowledge of import/export legislation and logistical requirements
Administration of delivery/acceptance/invoicing of goods and services
Experience in or exposure to negotiating complex non-standard agreements including Service Level requirements
Experience of delivering continuous improvement. Experience of problem solving and dispute resolution at mid-management level
Experience or knowledge of MRP, SAP and purchase order placement/ material receipt processes

Desirable:

Programme management skills
Ability/Experience to manage a medium sized team with focus on policy and strategy implementation, along with operational plans with measurable contribution towards the achievement of results of the sub-function.
Experience in development of operational plans that generates processes and standards in support of the functional strategy and goals.
Experience as Control Account Manager
Experience of Team mate selection and Teaming Agreements
Experience developing and managing Subcontractor Relationship Management and collaborative working
Experience of working with international suppliers/programmes
Experience managing a team
Experience of programme management skills (IPDS/Risk Management/Programme Gating/ Metrics/SOW Development/Business Finance)Standard Benefits:

25 days holiday (increasing to 27 days) + statutory public holidays.
Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution).
6 times salary 'Life Assurance'.
Flexible Benefits scheme.
Discretionary Bonus scheme.
Enhanced family friendly policies.
37hr standard working week, with an early finish on Fridays whilst operating a 'Hybrid Working Model'*
Canteen facilities are available at Harlow & Glenrothes sites. Manchester & Gloucester offer free snacks & drinks (hot & cold)