Serco · 12 hours ago
VP Contracts & Procurement - Herndon, VA/Hybrid (2 days onsite)
Herndon, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
15+ years expSerco North America is seeking an accomplished and strategic Vice President (VP) of Contracts & Procurement to lead their enterprise‑wide Contracts, Subcontracts, Purchasing, and Supply Chain functions. This high‑visibility leadership role will shape the strategic direction of Serco’s contracting and procurement operations across various business sectors, overseeing a large team and ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance obligations.
AutomotiveConsultingEnterprise SoftwareGovernmentInformation TechnologyOutsourcingTransportation
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership for Contracts, & Procurement functions across Serco North America
Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing workforce delivering industry‑leading cradle‑to‑grave contract, subcontract, and procurement administration
Develop strategies to attract and retain talent and drive high level engagement across the team
Ensure all activities align with Serco’s business objectives, growth strategy, and compliance obligations
Provide contracts & procurement expertise across our five Business Units (BU’s) and partner with the BU VP’s on key strategic initiatives. Partner with Corporate functional leadership to ensure business alignment
Guide the organization through Merger & Acquisition (M&A) due diligence, transition, and integration activities for both contracts and procurement operations when necessary
Plan and direct all aspects of the company’s contracts management function
Lead a team of ~30 contracts professionals
Oversee the full contract preparation lifecycle, including proposal development, negotiation, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Review and approve contractual documents to protect Serco’s contractual posture and ensure compliance with Government specifications and requirements
Provide expert advice to executive leadership on contractual rights, obligations, risk exposure and mitigation, and interpretation of terms and conditions
Help the organization maximize growth, profit and cash returns through effective contract negotiations, management, and customer relationships
Serve as the senior SME on Government contracting, including industry trends, compliance, NDAs, Teaming Agreements, proposal support, and negotiation strategy
Serve as the primary escalation contact for the team when complex contractual issues arise
Ensure that policies, procedures as well as tools and systems necessary are available to support the team
Oversee the administration and management of all Subcontracts, Purchasing, and Supply Chain requirements for Serco North America
Lead a team of ~65 procurement professionals
Direct the effective implementation of cradle‑to‑grave subcontracting and purchasing responsibilities to meet program and corporate objectives, in accordance with an approved purchasing system
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies governing procurement and subcontracting
Provide guidance to executive and senior management on key subcontracting, purchasing, and supply chain issues
Help the organization maximize growth, profit and cash returns through effective subcontract & vendor negotiations and management
Oversee the exchange of information with Government agencies and customers related to subcontracting and purchasing matters, including audits and data calls
Ensure effective procure to pay processes are in place in conjunction with accounting leadership
Participate in proposal development and win strategy. Actively identify key contractual risks related to new business and recompetes
Actively participate in the process in order to identify and mitigate risks, improve Pwin and maximize financial performance
When necessary, participate in post‑award debriefings, develop debriefing questions, and support proposal Q&A and discussion phases
Build and maintain strong relationships with key Government leaders and external industry organizations
Participate in key customer meetings and build relationships with key Contracting Officers and Technical Representatives
Ensure compliance with key FAR/DFAR’s requirements and Truthful Cost or Pricing Data statute
Participate in key organizational Conflicts of Interest discussions and support mitigation planning
Recommend corrective actions for performance challenges or escalated contractual or procurement issues
Work with your leadership team to monitor company performance to ensure compliance with contract terms, subcontract requirements, legal obligations, customer specifications, and Government regulations
Participate in monthly Business Unit and Program Performance reviews
Develop action plan for preventing fraud within the Contracts & Procurement organization and partner with Finance & Compliance to deliver on-going training to keep our staff informed on the risks of fraud in our operating environment
Advise Serco leadership on opportunities to improve financial performance through contract, subcontract, and procurement actions
Engage in vendor management and leverage economies of scale in purchasing leverage at the Corporate level
Stay engaged with industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes to ensure Serco remains competitive and compliant
Qualification
Required
Ability to obtain an active Secret clearance
U.S. Citizenship is required
Bachelor's degree and 15+ years of Contracts experience in Government Contracting and Procurement across U.S. Defense, Federal Civilian, and Canadian and Commercial markets
10+ years of leadership experience managing matrixed teams; experience leading organizations of 30+ employees strongly preferred
Strong collaboration skills and working knowledge of current technologies and applications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong business acumen with understanding of financial management and business operations
Deep knowledge of FAR, DFARS, international contracting practices, NDAs, TAs, and all major contract types (IDIQ, FFP, cost-type, T&M, Fixed Fee, Award Fee, Incentive Fee, Award Term, OTAs, & SBIRS)
Familiarity with Government property administration, small business subcontracting programs, mentor-protégé agreements, and SBA joint ventures
Willingness to travel as needed up to 10%
Preferred
Active Top Secret Clearance
MBA, Business degree, or professional Contracts/Procurement certifications
Experience with GSA contracts and Service Contract Labor Standards (SCLS)
Experience operating under a foreign parent company and a Special Security Agreement (SSA)
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
Tuition reimbursement program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Employee Assistance Plan
Company
Serco
Serco is a provider of professional, technology, and management services to government.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1988-05-12IPO
Leadership Team
Andrew Head
CEO, Serco Asia Pacific
Michael LaRouche
Chief Executive Officer, North America
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