Global Contracts Manager

Fairbanks Morse Defense • Beloit, WI

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About The Position

Join the dynamic team at Fairbanks Morse Defense (FMD) as a Global Contracts Manager and play a vital role in managing and negotiating government, commercial, and international contracts that drive our global success. In this role, you’ll collaborate with Business Unit leaders, legal counsel, and finance teams to review, draft, and negotiate contracts, ensuring alignment with FMD’s business strategy and legal interests. With a minimum of 7+ years of experience in contracts administration, including expertise in U.S. Government contracting and knowledge of international procurement laws (INCOTERMS, ICC, etc.), you’ll also provide guidance on compliance, proposals, and dispute resolution while fostering best practices across teams. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful projects, grow professionally, and join a supportive organization that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Be a part of shaping the future of defense solutions with FMD!

Requirements

• 7+ years experience as a contracts administrator required, including some significant experience involving U. S. Government contracting.
• BS/BA degree.
• Strong knowledge of international procurement laws and regulations (INCOTERMS, International Chamber of Commerce, etc.).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Self-starter who works well within a team environment.
• Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery.
• Ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in international contracting desired.

Responsibilities

• Review/revise customer terms and conditions so that contract terms align with Fairbanks Morse Defense’s (FMD) risk and liability requirements and best support the FMD business strategy while adequately protecting FMD’s legal interests.
• Assist Business Unit (BU) teams in negotiating pricing and terms and conditions.
• Perform contract administration activities in support of FMD government, commercial and international contracts.
• Draft contract language as required.
• Draft and negotiate other agreements to which FMD is a party, including teaming agreements, memorandums of understanding, etc.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals in support of new, existing and change order contracts.
• Provide advice and assistance to management in identifying and responding to customer-directed changes or any disputes arising during contract performance.
• Educate BU Leaders and other key staff on the importance of contract control and handling of contract actions.
• Provide advice to management on U.S. Government, and various foreign governments acquisition rules and regulations.
• Maintain FMD’s files for all assigned contracts and agreements.
• Coordinate with legal counsel on all issues as appropriate.
• Assist BU Leaders and finance personnel on any financially related contract issues.
• Participate, as required in the generation of internal monthly and quarterly reports reflecting actual and projected orders, EBIT and cash flow.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior