Contracts & Procurement Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Create, evaluate, negotiate, and oversee a diverse array of contracts, including vendor agreements, subcontractor agreements, service agreements, NDAs, and purchasing terms.

• Organize and maintain contract records, including renewals, amendments, and compliance documentation.

• Track contractual obligations to ensure the timely execution of deliverables, renewals, and notifications.

• Identify and address contractual and commercial risks.

• Collaborate with legal counsel as required for complex agreements or disputes.

• Ensure adherence to FAR, DFARS, and DIB-specific requirements.

• Oversee procurement processes for goods, services, materials, and subcontracted work, facilitating project execution and operational needs.

• Identify and assess vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors based on pricing, quality, reliability, and performance metrics.

• Negotiate pricing, terms, and service agreements to maximize value and minimize costs.

• Build and maintain relationships with vendors and establish performance standards.

• Ensure purchasing activities conform to budgets, operational requirements, and company policies.

• Enhance procurement and contract management procedures along with internal controls.

• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, licensing requirements, cybersecurity standards (e.g., CMMC, NIST SP 800-171), and company policies.

• Assist with audits and reporting requirements related to purchasing and contracts.

• Monitor procurement metrics, spending patterns, and vendor performance.

• Collaborate closely with operations, legal, accounting, and leadership teams to support project, sales, and operational objectives.

• Aid in the onboarding and offboarding of vendors and subcontractors.

• Support departments with bid packages, RFPs, scope evaluations, and vendor selection.

• Provide advice on contractual obligations and procurement best practices.

• Present procurement and contract strategies to leadership.

• Translate findings into business and contract risk assessment.

• Deliver readiness reports prior to contract pursuits.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred.

• Over 5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, contract administration, or supply chain management.

• Proven experience managing vendor and subcontractor agreements in a dynamic operational setting.

• Strong negotiation and analytical capabilities.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• High level of attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and procurement/accounting software systems.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with minimal oversight.

🏝️ Benefits

• U.S. Citizenship is required due to government contract obligations.

• Successful completion of a background investigation is mandatory.

• Compliance with all company security policies and safeguarding procedures is required.