Contract Manager I for Aircraft Product

Gulfstream Aerospace • Savannah, GA

116d

About The Position

Our team supports the procurement supply chain organization in supplier contract negotiations. The person selected for this role will have more focus on the business side of contracts. The Contract Manager will be involved in the negotiation of supplier contracts. Business aviation, contract management, and/or legal experience is preferred.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Marketing or related curriculum or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4 years relevant experience.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable regulations.
• Basic negotiating skills.
• Working knowledge of contracts pricing and finance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance.
• Strong leadership, team skills, and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of proven computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare assigned letters of intent, agreements and related contractual documents, and negotiate contractual commitments as directed with the customer and/or supplier.
• Serve as a consultant to management and internal/external customers and/or suppliers on matters pertaining to policies, plans and objectives related to contracts.
• Initiate and manage the preparation of documents necessary to fulfill contract requirements.
• Analyze customer and/or supplier company requirements for contract amendments and responses to identified issues.
• Develop, implement, and maintain controls to monitor contractual performance and ensure accuracy and completeness of all work-products.
• Maintain continuous surveillance of status and progress of the contract and recommend corrective actions.
• Interact in a timely manner with internal/external customers, suppliers, and their representatives to identify and implement solutions for contractual issues.
• Provide subject-matter expertise and assistance to prepare documentation and checklists.
• Ensure internal/external customer and/or supplier satisfaction with the contracting process and contract performance.
• Assist in developing and implementing new/improving existing policies and practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree