Contracts Specialist

KIHOMAC•Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

Description Conduct research independently in contracting and other related functional areas, and approach conflicts as a problem solver Adapt to new and changing policies and processes Assist with contract close-out activities to include coordination with KIHOMAC accounting, DCMA, DCAA, PCO Carry out contract management functions to include awards, modifications, funds and expenditure tracking, and reporting Conduct subcontract functions to include awards, modifications, flow down clauses, purchase request and purchase order support Negotiate with vendors/contractors and customers when needed to reach favorable terms Recommend and prepare of awards and contract documents Ensure approvals and signatures are obtained; manage internal review processes (finance, executive) Maintain contract files and documentation, ensuring they are complete, accurate, and auditable Assist with Government business systems audits and self-assessments, reporting as required Manage multiple contracts / tasks simultaneously. Work independently and with others in different geographical locations across multiple disciplines Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education/Training : Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Contract Management, Legal Studies, Finance, or related field required
Contracting Certification, i.e. CFCM, FAC-C, FAC-COR preferred
Experience: 2+ years of contract administration, procurement, or government contracting experience required
Understanding of government contracting regulations (ex. FAR, DFARS) required
Experience working with specific government agencies or contract types (e.g. fixed-price, cost‐reimbursement, time & materials, IDIQ etc.) preferred
Experience with audits, compliance reviews, subcontract management preferred
Strong interpersonal skills to include negotiating, analytical, and problem-solving with coworkers and company partners required
Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to draft, interpret, and negotiate contract language required
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams) and contract management tools/software required
Security: Must be a US citizen
Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required
Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)
Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

Nice To Haves

Contracting Certification, i.e. CFCM, FAC-C, FAC-COR preferred
Experience working with specific government agencies or contract types (e.g. fixed-price, cost‐reimbursement, time & materials, IDIQ etc.) preferred
Experience with audits, compliance reviews, subcontract management preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct research independently in contracting and other related functional areas, and approach conflicts as a problem solver
Adapt to new and changing policies and processes
Assist with contract close-out activities to include coordination with KIHOMAC accounting, DCMA, DCAA, PCO
Carry out contract management functions to include awards, modifications, funds and expenditure tracking, and reporting
Conduct subcontract functions to include awards, modifications, flow down clauses, purchase request and purchase order support
Negotiate with vendors/contractors and customers when needed to reach favorable terms
Recommend and prepare of awards and contract documents
Ensure approvals and signatures are obtained; manage internal review processes (finance, executive)
Maintain contract files and documentation, ensuring they are complete, accurate, and auditable
Assist with Government business systems audits and self-assessments, reporting as required
Manage multiple contracts / tasks simultaneously.
Work independently and with others in different geographical locations across multiple disciplines
Other duties as assigned