Contracts Administrator

hydrasearch company, llc•Stevensville, MD

36d•Onsite

About The Position

Hydrasearch, a proud affiliate of The Dixon Group is looking a Contract Review Specialist to join our team in Stevensville, MD! As a Contract Review Specialist, you will be responsible for managing orders from our government/DOD customers from initiation through shipment. Our business is contract driven, and we are a critical and essential supplier to United States military branches where quality is paramount. This position serves as a primary point of contact for government contracts, and is responsible for identifying, documenting, and assuring adherence to all contractual obligations with respect to design, manufacturing, purchasing and quality documentation. About Us: Hydrasearch is a U.S. manufacturer specializing in fluid-transfer and control systems for maritime, aerospace, and defense applications. Since it's founding in 1962, Hydrasearch has developed capabilities in hose assemblies, valve fittings, and customer machined parts, often to meet MIL-SPEC and naval standards. At Hydrasearch, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation's heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum 3 - 5 years experience reviewing and managing complex contracts; preferably defense contracts or similar.
Proven ability to resolve customer inquiries efficiently and effectively.
Skilled in managing multiple tasks and handling challenges under pressure.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Exceptional customer service skills with a consistently positive attitude.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Confident and sound decision-making abilities.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and a variety of software applications.
Experienced in working with ERP systems and business platforms.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Composed and professional demeanor in high-pressure situations.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and take initiative.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in an ISO or AS9100 environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the Sales team during the pre-contract stage by reviewing defense contracts and ensuring our ability to meet all contractual requirements before accepting the order.
Review new defense contracts to identify and document all requirements related to Engineering, Quality, Packaging and Shipping.
Compare customer requirements to existing parts requirements with respect to dimensions, materials, marking, and special processes through thorough review of drawings, specifications, contract requirements, and job routings to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
Address any ambiguity or conflicts between customer requirements and existing part requirements with the customer and/or internal functional teams.
Establish a strong working relationship with key customer contacts as a primary point of contact for defense contracts.
Collaborate with key internal functional areas (Sales, Engineering, Quality, Planning, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Shipping) during all phases of the contract lifecycle.
Ensure contract management activities are conducted in accordance with company policies and procedures, applicable laws and regulations, and customer requirements.
Assist with special projects as assigned.