Subcontract Administrator:Subcontract Administrator III

Job Title: Subcontract Administrator III Location: Merritt Island, FL or Kent, Washington Job Type: Contract Hours: 40/week Pay Rate: Pay Rate varies by location. Merritt Island, Florida: $55.56 - $69.46/hr Kent, Washington: $66.80 - $78.13/hr We are seeking an experienced Subcontract Administrator III to join our Supply Chain Management (SCM) team in support of New Product Integration. In this contract role, you will own the full procurement lifecycle-from sourcing through delivery-while partnering closely with Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to ensure materials, components, and services are delivered on time and to specification. This is a hands-on purchasing role requiring strong follow-up, tracking discipline, and aerospace industry expertise. Responsibilities include:

• Manage cradle-to-grave procurement activities, including sourcing, quoting, negotiating, placing, and closing out purchase orders and subcontracts.
• Support New Product Integration (NPI) within SCM, ensuring new components and suppliers are successfully introduced into the supply base.
• Execute purchasing activities for hardware, components, materials, and services in support of program needs.
• Proactively follow up and track open orders, supplier commitments, and delivery schedules to mitigate risk and prevent shortages.
• Serve as an embedded member of cross-functional Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), representing SCM and driving procurement strategy aligned to program objectives.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships, managing performance, escalations, and corrective actions as needed.
• Negotiate terms, conditions, pricing, and delivery to achieve best value while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records, documentation, and reporting throughout the procurement lifecycle.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities within the procurement process.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of progressive experience in subcontract administration, procurement, or purchasing.
• Aerospace industry experience is required.
• Demonstrated experience managing cradle-to-grave procurement.
• Proven ability to follow up, track, and drive supplier deliverables to closure.
• Experience working within cross-functional teams (IPT environment).
• Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work onsite in Kent, WA or Florida.
• Must be a U.S. person as defined by applicable export control regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting New Product Integration (NPI) or new product introduction within an SCM organization.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Costpoint).
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and aerospace supplier quality requirements.
• Strong data analysis skills and proficiency with reporting/tracking tools.
• Prior experience in a fast-paced, high-growth aerospace or manufacturing environment

If you are interested, please apply via the 'apply now' link provided. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract/temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments in the engineering, IT, and professional fields. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed or more information, please visit our website at "Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws." Belcan provides a competitive pay and benefits package. We consider several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to education, experience, geographic location, and discipline. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law