Subcontracts Administrator – Purchasing Specialist

LMI

Subcontracts Administrator managing lifecycle of subcontracts and procurement for LMI. Supporting government and commercial programs with a focus on compliance and risk mitigation.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $77,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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
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).

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills
Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., Deltek Costpoint or similar) and Microsoft Office tools.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Insurance
Career Development
Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Arrangements

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Hard Skills & Tools

subcontracts administrationprocurementsourcingacquisitioncost/price analysisnegotiationRFQ developmentsupplier evaluationcompliance evaluationmarket research

Soft Skills

negotiation skillscommunication skillsanalytical skills