Manager, Contracts

Elbit America • Fort Worth, TX

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Contracts will be a working Manager providing the day to day supervision for the contract administration team and also administrating a limited number of DOD and commercial contracts. This person also provides contract team with guidance on contract risk analysis and provides feedback to the Business Unit. This position is a working Manager not only providing the day to day supervision for the contract administration team but administrating a limited number of DOD and commercial contracts as well. Establishes a high level of team participation and interaction to ensure quality/responsiveness is highest priority in every stage of the contract period of performance. Provides leadership to the contracts administration team in the areas of pre and post contract administration functions. Provides contract team with guidance on contract risk analysis and provides feedback to the business units. Be a generally recognized authority in the discipline of contract administration by persons outside of the Contracts organization. Provide demonstrated added value to the business operation at the program level. Serve as the company’s representative to external customer Contracts and procurement personnel. Serve as a lead in the development and formalization of the various processes and procedures for the department. Ability act as team leader or participate as part of a team in complex negotiations. Necessary to insure compliance with company policies and government regulations. Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required (May be waived by the VP & General Counsel)
• 15+ years of functional experience using skill set
• 3-5 years of management experience
• 15+ years of industry experience
• Advanced and effective oral and written communications skills, including ability to prepare and deliver information concisely orally and in writing.
• Proven ability to write and edit business material. A writing sample will be required.
• Advanced and effective analytical skills and the ability to identify and evaluate business risks.
• Knowledge of and working experience with FAR, DFAR, and UCC.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Team Player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance.
• Financial understanding of rate structures and pricing strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex agreements.
• Ability to foster and maintain solid relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Experience with and understanding of international contracting including compliance with ITAR and EAR.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred degree in Business Administration, Contract Administration, Economics, Law.

Responsibilities

• Provides the day to day supervision for the contract administration team.
• Administrates a limited number of DOD and commercial contracts.
• Provides contract team with guidance on contract risk analysis and provides feedback to the business units.
• Establishes a high level of team participation and interaction to ensure quality/responsiveness is highest priority in every stage of the contract period of performance.
• Provides leadership to the contracts administration team in the areas of pre and post contract administration functions.
• Serve as the company’s representative to external customer Contracts and procurement personnel.
• Serve as a lead in the development and formalization of the various processes and procedures for the department.
• Act as team leader or participate as part of a team in complex negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and government regulations.
• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

What This Job Offers

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