Senior Subcontracts Specialist, Indirect

Vast is looking for a Senior Subcontracts Specialist, Indirect reporting to the Director of Indirect Supply Chain, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of human-rated space stations.

This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach location.

Responsibilities:

Develop category specific strategies for Indirect (Facilities, Capital Equipment and Services) to deliver high quality and low cost solutions for Vast Operations and Manufacturing Customers

Interface with key Vast Customers including Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering and and senior leadership to understand the strategic direction, capital requirements and business priorities

Manage the procurement process – RFI/RFQ/RFPs, negotiations, etc. – for Indirect projects.  Scope includes managing supplier planning and execution, coordination, contract preparation, negotiation and execution.

Directly manage suppliers for Indirect spend (including equipment, engineering & design, and construction), category through supplier scorecards, quarterly business reviews; measuring contract compliance and other key metrics to ensure targets/ schedules are being met and value is being delivered to the business

Ensure all sourcing activities are conducted in accordance with proper procedures and protocols. Track execution to sourcing and procuring plans for all projects per cost and timeline

Seek alternate and innovative ideas to provide business solutions, challenge requirements and specifications to create competitive advantage

Minimum Qualifications

Familiarity and experience in negotiating contracts and terms and conditions, specifically AIA Agreements

Experience in all aspects of the Indirect Procurement process, from demand identification through fulfillment

Associates degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)

Preferred Skills & Experience

Bachelors of Science degree in Business or Engineering discipline

Experience with subcontracts, purchasing or contracts within an aerospace environment

Negotiation skills with contracts exceeding $1 million with tight deadline requirements

Experience in conducting presentations to senior leadership

Additional Requirements

Ability to travel up to 20% of the time

Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones

Pay Range: California

$131,200—$186,240 USD