Job Description

Indirect Contract Manager Location Baltimore, MD (Locust Point area) :

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world's most innovative companies to create a more connected world?

Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities.

The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed, and maintained to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns.

We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you're a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you're new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career.

Position Overview

This function provides review and as needed creation of SubCom Indirect contracts, including but not limited to Supply Agreements, Development Agreements, General Agreements, etc. for use by all members of SubCom when procuring Indirect supplies and services. In addition, candidate will solicit requests for information/quotation/proposal (RFI/Q/P), and other contract support on existing agreements and purchase orders. Candidate will interface with individuals from all SubCom locations as well as cross-functional teams (CFT) which make up the many organizations of SubCom. The primary function is to support the Administrative, Indirect Agreements which may include R&D Development, Manufacturing, Marine, and General Agreements with strategic/tactical suppliers within these organizations. In addition, this position is responsible for creating, coordinating and establishing various Supply Chain Policies and Procedures. Candidate will be located in Newington, NH however may be required to travel to Eatontown, New Jersey, and Baltimore, MD as needed.

Responsibilities

This position will coordinate the functions associated with all aspects of the contract development and up to and including contract execution. Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Develop supply strategies in accordance with SubCom organization requirements.
• Prepare and issue requests for information/proposal/quotation to access supplier capabilities.
• Perform cost/price/value analysis on supplier's products and services.
• Write, negotiate, and execute supplier contracts in support of SubCom's operations.
• Manage overall relationships with suppliers whether strategic, integrated, or tactical in nature.
• Assist with communications to all Supply Chain Buyers to utilize the ‘preferred supplier' and associated Agreements.
• Obtain approval of proposed Agreements from SubCom Legal.
• Maintain Contracts database for contract life cycle requirements

Qualifications

• BS or BA or equivalent experience. Candidate must have an understanding of contract writing and the ability to negotiate legal agreements.
• Experience of 5+ years in Contract writing
• Knowledge of ORACLE
• Experience in developing Policy and Procedures
• Must be a self-starter and ability to work with minimal direction.

NOTE : This is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Candidates for positions with SubCom must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Our selection procedure is based on local, state and federal law.

Please be sure to attach a resume to your application. We are not able to consider applications without a resume.

BENEFITS

SubCom offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to: competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverages, FSA, HSA, generous vacation, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with generous company match. Additionally, some positions may be eligible for shift differential.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITY

SubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.

SubCom engineers, manufactures, and installs subsea fiber optic data cables - the unsung heroes of global communication. With an unrelenting focus on quality, reliability, and value, SubCom offers flexible end-to-end building blocks for the high-tech networks that are the backbone of the world's digital infrastructure. Since 1955, SubCom has deployed enough cable to circle the equator more than 21 times.

SUBCOM'S CORE VALUES

Quality - Accountability - Teamwork - Innovation

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Local area, Worldwide, Flexible hours, Shift work,

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