Subcontracts Senior Principal

Other Jobs To Apply

No other job posts for this day.

<p>SAIC’s Business Management represents the full depth and breadth of the acquisition value chain – from the sell side (customer engagement and strategy development) to the buy side (program execution, strategic alliances, supply chain management and subcontractor development).  We are the full acquisition organization that supports our external and internal customer mission. Our dynamic team of acquisition professionals support key business areas and strategy for SAIC.</p><p>SAIC’s Business Management organization is seeking a Subcontracts Sr. Principal to manage subcontracts and proposals with the Army and Navy Department of Defense and other various Defense Agencies.</p><p>This individual must be able to work in a high-paced, team environment and must be organized and detail-oriented.  Individual must also be able to work independently in addition to working in a team environment.   This individual will serve as a strategic partner to key stakeholders throughout the capture, proposal, and contract execution phases. This position requires the ability to multi-task and work several projects concurrently in a fast-paced environment. The individual shall be a confident, organized and detail-oriented team player with the ability to foster and build collaborative business relationships. This position is 100% remote nationwide. This position does not have direct reports.</p><p><strong>This position is fully remote.</strong></p><p>The Subcontracts Sr. Principal must be self-motivated with the ability to navigate through contractual, legal and complex issues while possessing the following skillset:</p><ul><li>Ability to function well in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment</li><li>Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously</li><li>Ability to effectively influence, negotiate, and communicate with internal and external business partners/customers and interact with senior leadership of the Business Group</li><li>Ability to resolve highly complex issues, develop negotiating strategies and provide creative solutions</li><li>Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills</li></ul><p> </p><p>Typical Responsibilities Include:</p><ul><li>Develops, negotiates and administers subcontract agreements and executes other aspects of the acquisition process in development of new business proposals and resultant subcontract agreements of high dollar value, risk, creativity and complexity.  </li><li>Member of the proposal process involving Request for Proposal/solicitations.  Prepares bid packages, conducts bidders' conferences, develops evaluation criteria, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes subcontract packages for review, prepares awards and administers resulting subcontracts.</li><li>Will be required to analyze proposals for all areas of compliance (cost/T&C/etc.) and will be involved in supplier negotiations leading to subcontract awards with subcontractors of various size and capabilities within the industry.  Must understand cost/price analysis concepts and tools and be able to implement and complete analysis on moderate complexity supplier proposals.</li><li>Has some autonomy for the assigned area of responsibility and acts as staff expert for company practices and policies and governing customer acquisition requirements for all procurement acquisition contract activities.  </li><li>Works independently under limited direction and relies extensively on independent judgment. Requires little instruction on progressively more complex new assignments. May lead and direct multiple teams to obtain business solutions on complex, nonstandard subcontract agreements.  May supervise and serve as a mentor for less experienced staff.</li><li>Regularly interacts with internal customers, management (at all levels) with regard to acquisition requirements and issue resolution.  Participates in the development of solutions to a variety of problems moderate in scope and complexity.</li><li>Requires comprehensive knowledge and extensive experience, and the ability to perform non-routine job requirements within the scope of the position. Determines methods and procedures on new assignments may serve in a lead role and provide guidance to other personnel. Analytical, communication, and presentations skills needed as well as the ability to operate independently. Advanced knowledge of business principles such as procurement, business and contract law, finance and accounting. Requires broad-based experience in procurement and related functions, with particular emphasis on negotiation and contract administration.</li><li>Ensures post award compliance on the supplier’s performance (cost, and all other terms and conditions) of awarded agreements.</li><li>Responsible for ensuring supply base is capable and prepared to support production rates on all programs.</li><li>Contributes to the completion of organizational projects and goals.</li><li>Works under only general direction. Independently determines and develops approach to solutions. Plans schedules and arranges own activities in accomplishing objectives. Work is reviewed upon completion by management to measure progress in meeting objectives. </li></ul> <br><a href="http://www.saic.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">SAIC®</a> is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives. <div> <br> We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.saic.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">saic.com</a>. For ongoing news, please visit our <a href="http://www.saic.com/who-we-are/newsroom/" target="_blank" style="margin-bottom:0px" rel="nofollow">newsroom</a>. </div>

Back to blog

Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

This is what this question poses: When do you focus and start working seriously? What are the hours you work optimally? Are you a night owl? A morning bird? Remote teams can be made up of people working on different shifts and around the world, so you won't necessarily be stuck in the 9-5 schedule if it's not for you...

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

When you're working on a remote team, there's no way to chat in the hallway between meetings or catch up on the latest project during an office carpool. Therefore, virtual communication will be absolutely essential to get your work done...

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

Many people want to work remotely because of the flexibility it allows. You can work anywhere and at any time of the day...

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

With this question, companies are looking to see what equipment they may need to provide you with and to verify how aware you are of what remote working could mean for you physically and logistically...

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

Several years ago, I was working in a team to plan a big event. My supervisor made us all work as a team before the big day. One of our activities has been to find out how each of us processes information...

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

Or you may receive even more specific questions, such as: What's on your calendar? Do you plan blocks of time to do certain types of work? Do you have an open calendar that everyone can see?...

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

Just like your schedule, how you track files and other information is very important. After all, everything is digital!...

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

The day I watched Marie Forleo's film separating the important from the urgent, my life changed. Not all remote jobs start fast, but most of them are...

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

Just as communication is essential when working remotely, so is organization. Because you won't have those opportunities in the elevator or a casual conversation in the lunchroom, you should take advantage of the little time you have in a video or phone conference...

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?

This is a great question because it shows your comfort level with technology, which is very important for a remote worker because you will be working with technology over time...