Subcontract Manager

Subcontract Manager

Full-Time 60000 - 65000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Systems Engineering and Assessment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Negotiate sub-contracts and manage supplier contracts to ensure project success.
  • Company: Join a leading defence company committed to protecting what matters.
  • Benefits: Flexible working, competitive salary up to £65k, and career growth opportunities.
  • Other info: Exciting growth period in the Defence division with a collaborative team.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in the defence sector while advancing your career.
  • Qualifications: Experience in contract management and strong negotiation skills.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 65000 £ per year.

Engineered to Protect, that's our promise, we protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world. As Subcontract Manager, you'll play a critical role in SEAs Commercial team to manage, support and scrutinise commercial aspects of supplier contracts. You'll negotiate sub-contracts, support make-vs-buy decisions and work with technical teams and project managers to produce and issue statements of work. This role is available at an exciting time for SEA, as we anticipate a period of growth across our Defence division. You'll see your work making a real impact on the commercial excellence of our defence output, making this a great step in your career. The Subcontract Manager will be based at our Bristol site. This role allows for flexible working. The salary for this role is up to £65k, depending on experience.

What you'll be doing:

  • Negotiation of sub-contracts, including appropriate customer flow down, to support project budget constraints and achieve timely performance whilst minimising programme risk and exploiting programme opportunities.
  • Monitor and manage contracts, subcontracts and service agreements to ensure that all parties adhere to the conditions.
  • Contribute to respective make-vs-buy decisions pertaining to potential sub-contracts.
  • Professionally represent the business at supplier meetings held both on site and at the suppliers' premises.

Subcontract Manager employer: Systems Engineering and Assessment

At SEA, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, particularly for the Subcontract Manager role based in Bristol. Our commitment to protecting what matters extends to our employees, offering a supportive work culture that fosters professional growth and development. With flexible working arrangements and a competitive salary package, you will be part of a dynamic team driving commercial excellence in our Defence division during an exciting period of growth.

Systems Engineering and Assessment

Contact Details:

Systems Engineering and Assessment Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Subcontract Manager

Negotiation Skills
Contract Management
Supplier Relationship Management
Commercial Acumen
Project Budgeting
Risk Management
Make-vs-Buy Analysis