Lead Supply Chain Proposal Professional
Logistics, Sales & Operations · Supply Chain & Transport · Logistics Management · Procurement · Sales Operations
In short
Saab, Inc. seeks a Lead Supply Chain Proposal Analyst in East Syracuse, NY to develop complex proposals and cost estimates for U.S. Government and DoD solicitations. This senior role requires coordinating across multiple departments to ensure accurate and compliant supply chain inputs, analyzing supplier proposals, and leading cross-functional proposal activities through influence.
Responsibilities
- Lead Supply Chain contribution to complex U.S. Government and DoD proposals.
- Serve as the primary Supply Chain point of contact for assigned proposal efforts.
- Review and analyze U.S. Government solicitations and related documents.
- Translate solicitation requirements into cost requirements and estimate approach.
- Develop comprehensive material and subcontract cost estimates.
- Develop and maintain Bases of Estimate (BOEs) and supporting documentation.
- Analyze and reconcile Bills of Material (BOMs) and material requirements.
- Lead Buyer team in soliciting suppliers and subcontractors for quotations.
- Research and analyze historical procurement data and market data for estimates.
- Develop and maintain cost-estimating models and analytical methodologies.
- Identify and evaluate cost, schedule, technical, supplier, and contractual risks.
- Evaluate supplier and subcontractor inputs for compliance.
- Apply and interpret applicable FAR and DFARS requirements.
- Coordinate with Contracts to ensure prime contract requirements are considered.
- Partner with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and other personnel.
- Represent Supply Chain in proposal reviews and meetings.
- Provide recommendations on cost strategy, supplier strategy, and estimating methodology.
- Lead cross-functional resolution of proposal issues and discrepancies.
- Ensure Supply Chain proposal inputs are accurate, complete, traceable, and supported.
- Maintain documentation supporting estimating assumptions and proposal inputs.
- Support customer and Government audit activities.
- Develop and present cost summaries, pricing analyses, and risk assessments.
- Identify opportunities to improve proposal estimating processes and tools.
- Collaborate with stakeholders across Saab's U.S. business areas.
- Exercise professional accountability and independent judgment for work products.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Travel domestically and internationally up to 10%.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Engineering, Operations, Economics, or related discipline with 8+ years of relevant experience, OR Master's degree/MBA/JD with 6+ years of relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrated experience developing cost estimates, pricing analyses, or supplier/subcontractor cost inputs for complex products, systems, services, or programs.
- Demonstrated experience working with U.S. Government or DoD solicitations, proposals, or contracts.
- Strong understanding of Supply Chain, procurement, subcontracting, sourcing, material management, and cost-estimating principles.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including ability to analyze large amounts of technical, financial, supplier, and historical cost data.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and defend cost-estimating methodologies, assumptions, and Bases of Estimate.
- Strong understanding of FAR/DFARS requirements and their application to U.S. Government contracting and Supply Chain activities.
- Ability to interpret complex solicitation requirements and translate them into actionable Supply Chain and cost-estimating requirements.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel (sophisticated cost models, data analysis, large datasets), Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with ability to lead through influence.
- Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with internal stakeholders, customers, suppliers, and subcontractors.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent proposal activities under aggressive deadlines.
- Demonstrated professional judgment and accountability.
- Ability to obtain and maintain any required U.S. Government Security Clearance.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
Desired Qualifications
- Direct experience supporting Department of Defense major system, platform, technology, or sustainment proposals.
- Experience developing Should-Cost, Should-Pay, Independent Government Cost Estimate (IGCE), or other cost-estimating methodologies.
- Experience evaluating supplier and subcontractor proposals in accordance with FAR/DFARS and Government contracting requirements.
- Experience with Certified Cost or Pricing Data, Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (formerly TINA), cost or pricing data requirements, and price/cost analysis.
- Experience supporting Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA), Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), or other Government audit/review activities.
- Experience analyzing BOMs, engineering estimates, material requirements, manufacturing requirements, and technical specifications to develop cost estimates.
- Experience with supplier negotiations, sourcing strategy, subcontractor management, and supplier risk assessment.
- Experience with ERP, procurement, supply chain, or financial systems.
- Experience with cost escalation, inflationary analysis, learning curves, labor/material indices, and other cost-estimating techniques.
- Experience developing and implementing cost-estimating tools, templates, processes, and standard methodologies.
- Experience with risk management and quantitative assessment of cost and schedule risks.
- Experience working in a CPSR-covered or similarly regulated Government contracting environment.
- Professional certification such as CPCM, CFCM, CPSM, PMP, or other relevant professional certification is desirable.
Benefits
- Excellent working environment
- Professional growth opportunities
- Competitive wages
- Work-life balance
- Business casual atmosphere
- Comprehensive benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
- Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
- 401(k) with employer contributions
- Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
- Wellness and employee assistance resources
- Employee stock purchase opportunities
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
#supply chain#proposals#cost estimates#government contracts#DoD
Company
Saab
Job Posted
3 weeks ago
Expires
in 2 months
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
On Site
Experience Level
Senior
Locations
East Syracuse, United States
Qualification
Bachelor, Master, No Formal Education
Applicants
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