Senior Contracts Manager

**Open on pay - Depends on experience**

As Senior Contracts Manager, you will perform cradle-to-grave contracts management for federal and commercial contracts. Assist in the Management of the company’s customer interface and administrative activities related to obtaining and executing prime and subcontracts for delivery of products and services. This person will report to the VP of Operations.

Subject matter expert with comprehensive knowledge of job area and in-depth knowledge of contract management. Manage large, complex contracts of substantial importance to the organization with minimal oversight or direction. Communicate within and outside of the organization to explain and influence changes to practices, processes, and approaches. Make significant improvements in processes, systems, or products. Provide input into new products/processes and implement operational plans that have measurable impact on business or functional results.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversees RFP review and risk assessment, proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities for assigned contracts/programs.

• Provides a proactive voice in the business process

• Oversees proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications

• Develops and applies advanced concepts, techniques, standards and solutions to unusually complex problems

• Supports bid and proposal preparation

• Ensures compliance with federal procurement regulatory requirements and provides the primary customer interface on related issues

• Advises management on business decisions from a contractual perspective and facilitates customer interface regarding contract performance matters

• Provides in-house guidance and training on federal procurement regulatory matters to Program Managers, Division staff, and other stakeholders

• Acts as the primary company interface with customer contracting officers and procurement agents

QUALIFICATIONS

• US citizen

• B.S. or B.A. in Business or Finance or equivalent experience

• BA/BS in a business or related field with 7+ years of experience in contract management, dealing with US Government contracts

• Active DoD clearance or the ability to obtain one

• 4+ Years' Experience with international and commercial contracts

• 7+ Years' Experience with FAR, DFAR, ITAR, EAR, CAS

• Deep understanding of FAR and DFARs contracting and subcontracting regulatory guidance. Able to provide guidance to others to ensure compliance in the proposal, negotiation, administration, and other contract related activities

• Negotiating terms and conditions with both the government and prime contractors

• Experience working with the DCMA, DCAA and other federal agencies.

• Experience with intellectual property and data rights

• Extensive experience with Software Licensing Agreement a plus

• Experience with Strategic Partnerships

• Self-motivating and able to manage multiple contracts with little assistance from others

PREFERRED TRAITS

• Active Listener

• Humble demeanor

• Excellent people skills, with experience leading and collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment.

• Ability to identify conflicts between projects and present resolution options.

• Ability to think critically, problem solve and work independently.

• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, & presentation).

• Demonstrated business acumen/finance experience.

• Demonstrated ability to build relationships.