Manager, Subcontracts

Role and Responsibilities

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 complywith 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 <10%

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.

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Position Type

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. With no exception.

As captured in our overarching value "One CAE", we're proud to work as one passionate, boundaryless and inclusive team.

At CAE, all employees are welcome regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity or age.