Subcontract Manager

Raytheon UK
Broughton, Chester but primarily homeworking with some site and business travel
At Raytheon UK, we take immense pride in being a leader in defence and aerospace technology. As an employer, we are dedicated to fuelling innovation, nurturing talent, and fostering a culture of excellence.
Joining our team means being part of an organisation that shapes the future of national security whilst investing in your growth and personal development. We provide a collaborative environment, abundant opportunities for professional development, and a profound sense of purpose in what we do. Together, we are not just advancing technology; we're building a community committed to safeguarding a safer and more connected world.
This is a critical strategic procurement role, responsible for early subcontractor identification and engagement to support new business pursuits and provide risk and opportunity analysis for early capture. The successful candidate will lead all phases of the subcontract from initiation of the business case for make or buy decisions through requests for proposals, subcontract management plans, negotiation strategy, cost accountability, programme execution and contract closure.
Creates, executes and manages various International or Domestic subcontract types (Cost Type, Incentive Type, Firm Fixed, etc.), Develops and implements International Offset/Industrial Participation strategies and negotiates associated Agreements.
Performs or supports cost and price analysis, develops negotiation strategies, and leads negotiations in order to create value for money outcomes for procuring goods and services
Directs and manages all costs, quality, schedule, financial and technical performance requirements that are levied on the subcontractor or the product family and is required to ensure performance and support of the contract milestones of the system
Leads or is an active member of the Supplier IPT and facilitates relationships between program office/functional organisations and suppliers.
Experience in Supply Chain, Subcontract Management, Procurement, Commodity and/or related field
Related degree//MCIPS/BA/MBA or equivalent
Knowledge of import/export legislation and logistical requirements
Experience of programme management skills (IPDS/Risk Management/Programme Gating/ Metrics/SOW Development/Business Finance)
Experience of problem solving and dispute resolution at senior level
Experience or knowledge of MRP, SAP and purchase order placement/ material receipt processes.
Experience as Control Account Manager
Experience of developing and managing Subcontractor Relationship Management and collaborative working