Contracts Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience
• Active U.S. Government TS/SCI security clearance
• Experience in and detailed knowledge of all phases of contracting lifecycle (bid/no bid, proposal, contract negotiation, contract administration and interpretation, contract closeout, etc.)
• Detailed knowledge of and fully conversant with the FAR, DFARS, and other agency supplements (DOE, NASA, etc.)
• Have experience/working knowledge FFP/FPIF/ CPAF/CPIF/CPFF/T&M and hybrid contract types
• Have demonstrated experience working both directly with the US government acquisition organizations as well as a supplier to the major prime contractors
• Extensive experience negotiating with US Government (as a prime and sub) and commercial contracts and other agreements
• Have a working knowledge of DPAS and Export Regulations
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office products as well as the ability to learn business systems (i.e., SAP)
• Possess excellent verbal and written skills to communicate effectively with various functional groups at all levels, both internal and external
• BS or BA in an applicable field (business, legal, etc.) is required

Responsibilities

• Manage contract lifecycle management to include pursuits, bids, negotiations, award, and execution
• Lead contract negotiations for all major contracts
• Administer Review and negotiate NDAs, PIAs, and other business agreements
• Direct interface with US Government Contracting Officers, prime contractor procurement representatives, and other customer personnel inside legal counsel
• Support audits and liaising with both internal/external customers
• Assess and advise company personnel on the FAR, DFARS, and other agency supplements (NASA, DOE, etc.) Detailed knowledge of FAR/DFAR and DoD requirements
• Extensive experience negotiating terms and conditions of the contracts agreements that will govern relationships (Prime and Sub)
• Analyze contracts received from the government and industry primes; review and conduct risk assessments of terms and conditions; identifying points of negotiation
• Provide contract advice and working with various functional areas (i.e. Legal, Business Development, Program Management, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain etc.) in support of proposals, agreements and other activities as required
• Identify, review, and resolve contract administrative, interpretation, and dispute issues
• Coordinate with government and industry counterparts to establish professional working relationships, which facilitate successful negotiations and exchange of information
• Work with the International Trade Compliance (ITC) Department, and others, to ensure strict compliance with applicable Import/Export Laws as required
• Support Contract data input/entry into SAP

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
• 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
• 13 paid holidays
• Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs
• Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
• Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
• 4 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP)