[Remote] Subcontracts Administrator / Purchasing Specialist
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. LMI is a digital solutions provider focused on enhancing government impact through innovation. They are seeking a Subcontracts Administrator / Purchasing Specialist to manage the lifecycle of subcontracts and procurement activities for government and commercial programs, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and leading negotiations with suppliers.
Responsibilities
- Administer the full lifecycle of subcontracts and purchase orders, including solicitation, evaluation, negotiation, award, and closeout
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, including FAR, DFARS, and company purchasing policy requirements
- Serve as the primary interface between internal stakeholders (program management, engineering, manufacturing, quality) and external suppliers
- Execute sourcing activities including request for quote (RFQ) development, solicitation issuance, and supplier selection
- Perform market research to identify qualified suppliers and support competitive procurement strategies
- Support risk identification and mitigation in sourcing activities (e.g., supply chain disruptions, single-source dependencies)
- Develop and issue RFQs/RFPs; perform price/cost analysis and evaluate supplier proposals for adequacy, compliance, and risk
- Evaluate supplier proposals for cost, technical acceptability, and compliance with requirements
- Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, terms and conditions, and commercial licensing agreements to achieve best value and mitigate risk
- Support manufacturing operations by procuring materials, components, and services aligned with production schedules and technical requirements
- Draft, review, and negotiate subcontract terms, including flow-down provisions, data rights, IP/licensing clauses, and indemnification language
- Prepare and issue purchase orders and subcontracts in accordance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements (e.g., FAR/DFARS where applicable)
- Monitor subcontractor performance, including cost, schedule, and technical compliance; address performance issues proactively
- Maintain accurate procurement files and documentation to support audits (e.g., CPSR, DCMA reviews)
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including single-source dependencies, long-lead materials, and compliance concerns
- Support small business utilization goals and supplier diversity initiatives where applicable
- Collaborate with legal, finance, and program teams to resolve contractual issues and ensure alignment with business objectives
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Contracts, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of experience in subcontracts administration, procurement, sourcing, acquisition or purchasing in a government contracting environment
- Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and related federal acquisition regulations
- Experience supporting manufacturing environments, including procurement of materials, components, and production-related services
- Demonstrated experience negotiating commercial terms and conditions, including software or technical licensing agreements
- Proven ability to perform cost/price analysis and evaluate supplier proposals
- Strong understanding of subcontract and purchase order types (FFP, CPFF, T&M, etc.) and associated risk profiles
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills
- Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., Deltek Costpoint or similar) and Microsoft Office tools
- This position requires an active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top-Secret
- Experience or familiarity with applying contract requirements in purchasing/sourcing
- Experience with licensing agreements, intellectual property rights, data rights clauses, procurement requirements/restrictions and export compliance (ITAR/EAR)
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or complex manufacturing industries
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