Job Description
The Marvin Group is a Strategic Partner for Global Alternate Mission Equipment and Sustainment The Marvin Group, a leading defense contractor, plays a crucial role in the development and manufacturing of various systems for military aerospace and vehicles. Based in Southern California near the Los Angeles International Airport, The Marvin Group consists of Marvin Engineering (MEC), Marvin Test Solutions (MTS) and Marvin Land Systems (MLS). Marvin Engineering designs and produces military Alternate Mission Equipment. Marvin Test Solutions designs and manufactures armament Test Equipment. Marvin Land Systems specializes in the design and build of power and thermal management systems. For over 60 years we have maintained “A Tradition of Excellence”, serving as a trusted source for our unwavering commitment to supporting all branches of the Department of Defense and our global allies. Our collaboration extends across a diverse array of programs and platforms, including major military prime contractors such as Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Raytheon.
Position Summary The Subcontracts Specialist is responsible for identifying and engaging potential competitive sources of supply, negotiating best-in-class terms for long-term agreements, ensuring ongoing contract compliance, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, and lead strategic performance reviews of Critical Suppliers. The Specialist will analyze supplier work share and make recommendations to balance risks. The Specialist will negotiate at the executive level with suppliers and must be capable of resolving complex problems by developing effective strategies and tactics with minimal direction. It is important that the candidate have a good understanding of DCMA compliance requirements for purchasing.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities - Contract negotiation, LTA management, and complex problem resolution with Critical Suppliers
- Supplier sourcing, analyzing supplier work-load and balancing assurance of supply risks
- Critical supplier relationship management
- Supplier on-boarding
- Ensure procurement coordination for program support and provide additional any necessary additional support for Critical Suppliers
- Collaborate with Fulfillment to manage underperforming suppliers
- Ensure FAR compliance and execute Pre-Buys
- Other activities as assigned by SC leadership
Skills And Requirements - Uncompromising Integrity and accountability
- Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience in negotiation and contracts, or equivalent work experience.
- Robust Long-Term Agreement knowledge and experience
- Clear understanding of developing and implementing sourcing strategies
- Excellent ability to perform detailed spend analysis of commodities
- 2 years of experience in either Aerospace, Defense, or another highly regulated industry.
- Experience with ERP, preferably SAP, but SAP not required.
- Excellent contracts negotiation expertise leading to significant cost savings and/or risk mitigation.
- Strong analytical skills, including especially cost and price analysis techniques and the ability to proactively identify and present key market trends to leadership.
- A complex problem-solver who works equally well independently as they do in cross-functional teams.
- Strong Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- DFAR/FAR experience
- Excellent organizational skills
- Experience developing and managing to KPIs.
- High emotional intelligence.
- Expert Complex Problem-Solver
- Intermediate in Excel and PowerPoint
- Excellent written and verbal skills, capable of presenting at the executive level.
Work Environment - Medium-to-large office environment
- Fast paced office environment
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
- Exposed to a combination of normal office type environments
Salary Range Base Salary Range (Inglewood only): $85,000 to $110,000
Travel Requirements 5%-25%, Primarily domestic travel, but with the possibility of infrequent international travel
NOTES: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this position's employee(s). Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by anyone authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities reasonably. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at-will relationship.
This position must meet export control compliance requirements. All applicants must be “U.S. persons” within the meaning of ITAR, as defined: a U.S. Citizen, a lawful permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee. Interested parties please apply online and submit resume to Visit us at The Marvin Group is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets Employer. Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact People & Culture at 310.674.5030. #LA-CH1
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