Jr. Contracts Administrator

General Micro Systems•Rancho Cucamonga, CA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Junior Contract Administrator reviews and evaluates proposals, works with Senior Contract Administrator on negotiating subcontract provisions, and administers resulting government/commercial/international/turnkey subcontracts. Coordinates additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts in accordance with company policy, legal requirements, completes customers’ contractual documents to be approved by the Senior Contracts’ Administrator. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Requirements

Expert working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Department of Defense Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline (Law Degree and/or CPCM a plus)
1-2 years of professional experience working with customers and reviewing customers’ documents
Must be detail oriented and balance multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Must possess the ability to successfully plan, prioritize and organize work activities and adhere to strict deadlines, follow instructions, procedures, and policies; identify and solve problems
Must be conscientious about assignments and complete work in a timely, accurate and thorough manner
Require minimal supervision to successfully complete tasks and assignments
Must demonstrate initiative and ownership of assignments/projects
Must report to work at scheduled time and maintain satisfactory attendance with limited unscheduled absences
Must exhibit a professional appearance and behavior and maintain satisfactory performance consistent with expectations of the position and GMS policies
Requires excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing with executives, colleagues and individuals, internal or external
Must possess strong interpersonal skills, able to effectively interact with all levels of employees and management
Must remain poised, professional and diplomatic under pressure
Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point
Must possess the ability and desire to encourage and facilitate a positive and productive work environment for all employees
Must be able to work on site the standard 8AM-5PM, Monday – Friday schedule and additional hours as necessary
Limited travel required
Must be a US Citizen, Permanent US Resident, or currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis without current or future employment sponsorship
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire

Nice To Haves

Experience working with the Federal Government – advantage.
Law Degree and/or CPCM a plus

Responsibilities

Conducting reviews, analyzing the solicitation requirements, coordination and development of proposal responses
Review and recommend contractual terms and conditions; identify contract/subcontract issues and provide leadership in developing solutions; advise management of contractual rights and obligations and provide suggested interpretation of terms and conditions
Evaluate compliance with contracts, governmental law, FAR, DFAR, ITAR and company policies on all contract and proposal activity
Risk analysis and mitigation by negotiating terms and conditions of contracts to minimize potential Company risk/liability and maximize profits
Research, analyze, coordinate, develop, produce and maintain contract and task order documentation including contracts, subcontracts, teaming and non-disclosure agreements, modifications, task/delivery orders, solicitations, cost/price estimates, cost/price analyses, negotiation memorandums, bailment agreements, justifications, determinations, special contract provisions, representations, certifications and correspondence
Perform contract/subcontract administration and file audits during the pre-award, award, and post-award phases of the procurement process
Recommend subcontract policies and procedures
Interaction with multiple internal managers and external customers
Interaction with Sales and Accounting departments to establish new customers
Perform dynamic screening on companies to ensure they are not on denied list
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

1 – 3 weeks of accrued vacation based on length of employment
56 hours of sick leave
Up to 3 Floating Holidays for personal observances
10 Company observed Holidays
Anthem HMO and PPO Medical Plan options
GMS provides 50% tuition reimbursement following the successful completion of approved courses. ( requirements apply)
Anthem HMO and PPO Dental Plans options
Anthem Vision Plan
Company paid employee. Life Insurance
Supplemental Benefits – optional Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability
Monday – Friday standard work week
401K plan