Senior Manager, Contracts

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

📋 Description

• Offer contractual support to a dynamic team overseeing the company's most significant program.

• Analyze intricate solicitations and create tailored and/or non-standard responses for proposals, bids, and contract amendments.

• Assist project teams in crafting compliant business proposals that meet RFP requirements, pricing strategies, risk management, company policies, and government regulations.

• Utilize knowledge of DoD, Joint programs, and GSA to conduct research that ensures favorable terms and conditions during negotiations.

• Formulate negotiation strategies and lead negotiation teams on contractual matters.

• Cultivate relationships with government contracting officials as well as program and functional team members.

• Convert strategic and operational objectives into effective contracting practices.

• Provide contractual advice to business team members.

• Coordinate agreements and contract/legal documents with finance, accounting, tax, legal, and other corporate departments.

• Act as the primary point of contact for communications related to contract issues and disputes.

• Ensure that contracts and subcontracts adhere to regulations and company policies.

• Proactively maintain contract documentation in accordance with company policies and procedures.

• Support the Subcontracts team in the development of subcontracts that bolster the program.

• Identify risks and contractual terms that are not in alignment with company policy.

• Aid in training and mentoring junior contracts and subcontracts personnel.

• Keep program teams and management updated on contract activities and negotiation matters.

• Undertake other relevant responsibilities associated with the role.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of experience (or equivalent experience).

• Background in government contracting and related functions, with a focus on acquisitions, contract administration, negotiation, and performance management.

• Experience in administering government contracts issued by Department of Defense agencies and the General Services Administration (GSA).

• Proficiency in preparing, reviewing, analyzing, and negotiating contractual documents and instruments.

• Experience in communicating and engaging with government contracting office personnel regarding contract administration.

• In-depth knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).

• Excellent written and verbal business communication skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Skills in multi-tasking and time management, with the capacity to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Proven ability to build effective internal and external relationships.

• Comfortable working with executives and articulating functional plans and priorities to senior leaders.

• SECRET or TS clearance preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Retirement savings plan with company matching.

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.