Manager, Contracts (Grade P12)

sesengin

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Contracts Manager is responsible for the cradle to grave management of all assigned US Government contract requirements and financial deliverables. This position is also responsible for compliance with all US government regulations, contract review procedures as well as supporting the vendor management processes Review/submittal of proposals; controls customer fact-finding and audit activities; negotiates complex contracts; administers government and commercial contracts and other agreements; and interacts/supports other business departments.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration/Accounting and a minimum of 7 years work experience with administration of US Government Contracts/sub-contracting functions
Experience including due diligence, award negotiations, procurement, compliance auditing and contract close-out
In-depth knowledge of and experience working with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) and other related federal supplemental regulations
Experience working with Government customer and Prime contractors
Ability to recognize, interpret and apply applicable regulations to resolve complex issues
Demonstrated financial and analytical skills
Ability to read and respond to Government solicitations and contracts, understand and recommend risk mitigation measures on scopes of work, bids, and with respect to Organizational Conflict of Interest
Must be experienced with the Administration of a variety of US Government contracts which may include GSA Schedules, Blanket Purchase Agreements, Firm Fixed Price and Time and Materials
Familiarity with various commercial contracts such as Master Services Agreements, Service Orders Nondisclosure Agreements and Teaming Agreements.
Excellent oral, written communication and diplomatic skills
Proficiency in using Microsoft Office (SAP and Deltek experience preferred)
Excellent organizational skills; ability to work independently, assess priorities, and manage a variety of activities with limited guidance
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational ability
Self-motivated/proactive in resolving issues, with ability to multi-task and prioritize work
Ability to interact with senior leaders across multiple functions
Must be U.S. Citizen

Nice To Haves

Active Secret clearance preferred
SAP and Deltek experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provides experienced and knowledgeable administration support of government and defense contractor resellers contracts. This includes activities related to the whole life cycle of the contract/task order and subcontract, from the initial proposal phase, through award and contract performance, to close out
Responsible for management of all contract requirements, including the sub-contracting reporting functions, the financial deliverables, and the training of and coordination with project management staff in the day to day functions of the contract to ensure contract compliance and performance, including coordination with other departments
Maintains, and as needed, can recommend systems, policies, and procedures compliant with the contract requirements
Prepares, submits and maintains all necessary contract approval requests, invoices and ensure all other deliverables and reports are submitted in a timely fashion
Maintains working relationships with SES SD program personnel and other departments in order to be cognizant of all project operations under the contract and to implement appropriate actions on behalf of the contract function
Maintains relationships with US Government contract officers and/or contract/subcontract managers as key point of contacts for assigned contracts to ensure mutual understanding of terms, deliverables and expectations associated with agreements
Generate and negotiate supporting contractual documents, such as non-disclosure agreements and teaming agreements
Establishes master service agreements with defense contractor resellers and work with legal counsel in the negotiating of each defense contractor resellers terms and conditions
Oversees the preparation of official contract and proposal files to include all required documentation as well as maintain the contract file in conformance with established procedures
Performs lead contractual role in the preparation of proposals as assigned including special terms, conditions and assumptions
Advises proposal/program managers on content and format of proposals; reviews basis of cost estimates developed by technical and program staff for reasonableness; uses internal pricing system to prepare cost proposal documents in compliance with internal procedures and customer requirements
Leads negotiation teams of technical and program staff. Supports meditation and resolution of contract issues working with SES SD's management, customers, consultants, legal representation, or other outside agencies
Administers all post-proposal activities such as audits, fact-finding, contract negotiation and award
Maintains current and accurate data in the Contracts Database of proposal and contract status and information
Establishes and maintains excellent internal and external customer relations at all levels of the organization, acting as liaison with customers' buying official for all proposal or contract matters, communicating status of open contract matters frequently with program managers, technical staff, and Vice President, Contracts
Actively contributes to the success of the Contracts Department team by supporting other contracts staff during surge workload periods, providing guidance as needed, increasing the professional knowledge base of the Department, and completing special projects as may be assigned
Contributes to development of contract administration; may act as backup to Director, Contracts
Must be flexible in the role and willing to adapt to varying demands in a fast-paced culture