Subcontracts /Procurement Manager

CALIBRE is an employee-owned, mission-focused solutions and digital transformation company. We are seeking a highly experienced Subcontracts / Procurement Manager to join our Contracts & Procurement team. This position reports directly to the Vice President of Contracts & Procurement and is responsible for the oversight and implementation of CALIBRE’s subcontracting mission, as well as the management of Subcontract Administration staff.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing leadership, supervision, mentoring, and professional development for subcontract administration staff.

• Managing complex procurement issues with a wide range of suppliers and interfacing with management regarding supplier performance.

• Ensuring CPSR-compliant procurement practices and reviewing Procurement/Small Business policies and procedures for compliance with current laws and regulations.

• Overseeing supplier risk identification and mitigation, contract closeout, and supplier diversity initiatives.

• Managing subcontractor registration, certification, and reporting requirements, including small business subcontracting reports.

• Serving on proposal review teams and providing risk identification with recommended mitigation strategies.

• Training, mentoring, and briefing others in procurement and subcontract administration practices

• Strong leadership and executive-level management skills with the ability to supervise, mentor, and retain staff.

• Advanced knowledge of CPSR requirements and federal procurement regulations (FAR, DFAR).

• Expertise in proposal preparation, contract negotiations, supplier management, and subcontract compliance.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk mitigation abilities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with senior management and external partners.

• Ability to develop integrated procurement solutions aligned with CALIBRE’s business operations.

• Knowledge of government and industry trends affecting procurement and subcontracting.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain, Contracts Management, or a related field (Master’s preferred).

• Professional certifications strongly desired (e.g., NCMA CFCM, CPCM, CCCM; CPSM; DAWIA).

• 5–10 years of progressive experience in procurement, subcontract administration, or contracts management.

• Proven experience managing federal government subcontracts, including both pre- and post-award activities.

• Demonstrated success in supplier negotiations, cost/price analysis, and risk management.

• Experience with IDIQs, BPAs, GWACs, and task order contracting.

• Background in developing and executing small business subcontracting plans and ensuring compliance.

• Supervisory or team lead experience in a contracts or procurement environment.