Subcontract Specialist II - Madison, MS

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

The Subcontract Specialist II coordinates with the Contracts Manager to effectively administer, invoice, and close out contracts. Participates in proposal preparation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment by company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. Examines estimates of direct labor, material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness. Coordinates the preparation and transmission of data deliverables; advises management of contractual rights and obligations; compiles and analyzes data; and maintains historical information through electronic and hard-copy filing systems.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with identifying, mitigating and resolving risks and risk related issues.
• Work cooperatively with individuals from other disciplines including Program Management, Program Business Management, Finance, Contracts, Pricing and Security for seamless subcontract administration.
• Extracts from customer Request for Proposal (RFP) those requirements unique/relevant to the subcontractor and incorporates into subcontractor's RFP.
• Obtains proposals/quotations in compliance RFP requirements; examines bids/offers including performing price and/or cost analysis and addresses any deviations.
• Verifies that Subcontractor documents are complete, accurate and delivered to meet critical deadlines.
• Negotiates terms and conditions (contract price, type, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)/Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR) clauses, etc.) with potential subcontractors.
• Document and maintain Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR)-compliant files;
• Advises program personnel on all matters related to contractual requirements and internal status and reporting.
• Ability to respond positively to change and embrace using new practices or values to accomplish goals and solve problems.
• Maintains the highest ethical personal and professional standards.
• Other projects and initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field and a minimum of 2 years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) with a minimum of 0 years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, or equivalent, OR Associate Degree with a minimum of 6 years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR completion of high school or equivalent and a minimum of 10 years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience.
• Working knowledge of FAR and agency supplement regulations is required.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a public trust position (if required for the position).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DOD) security clearance (if required for the position).
• Must be able to work weekends, other shifts, and overtime as required.
• The essential physical requirements of the position will be reviewed with the applicant during the interview.
• Some travel will be required.
• Must adhere to company policies/procedures and management instructions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and company proprietary data.
• Active Secret government clearance is required. Only United States citizens can apply.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Personal discipline to adhere to tight deadlines - without compromise to document integrity, accuracy, and completeness, or to prevailing policies, procedures, and regulations - and the ability to provide situational analyses and recommendations promptly.
• Above-average literacy skills and an understanding of government proposal environments.
• Exceptional communication skills (both written and verbal).

Desired Qualifications:

• Successful applicants will have a keen interest in business/contract law.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel or related software applications.
• Ability to work independently, and manage large workloads with quick turn-around.
• Ability to apply sound judgment to problem-solving.
• Ability to develop strong business relationships with internal customers and external suppliers;
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect.

Vertex is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment in which we recognize and value each other's differences as well as fostering a culture that promotes its core values: Professionalism, Integrity, and Respect. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.