Job Title: Division Contracts Manager
Pay Rate: $150k + bonus (DOE)
Location: Milwaukie, OR
Area Code: 971
ZIP Code: 97222
Start Date: Right Away
Keywords: #GovContractManager #ContractsManager #MilwaukieJobs
Shift: M-Th 4/10 schedule + Fridays if needed
Benefits:
* Medical with prescription, Dental, Vision from hire date
* Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
* 13 paid holidays annually, 10 days of vacation and 5 sick days
* Annual Cash Incentive Plan (bonus)
* $50,000 Life Insurance Policy from hire date
* 401k with company match of 5%
* Employee Assistance Program
* Optional Personal Accident Insurance
* Free Will Preparation
* Retirement Income Account
* EY Financial Planning Program
* Education (tuition) Reimbursement
Job Description:
The Division Contracts Manager leads the contract management function for a large division, site, or a major sub-team, responsible for major contracts, negotiations, and analysis of strategic importance to business performance. May lead multi-divisional contract negotiations. Ensures efficient coordination and consistency of contract terms and conditions within the division.
Responsibilities:
* Manages and is accountable for the performance of military and commercial contracts for all Divisional programs.
* Leads complex negotiations with major impact to division business outcomes.
* May lead multi-divisional contract negotiations.
* Contributes to meeting business objectives and participates in strategic planning at the Division level.
* Exhibits understanding of division goals and strategies and applies them to contract management practices.
* May participate on the Group Contracts Management Leadership Team to develop and implement strategies.
* May research, develop, and manage activities related to international business development activities (e.g., contract terms for use with non-U.S. customers and suppliers; international letters of credit).
* Supports low-cost strategies and opportunities associated with international supplier and offset strategies and assisting with negotiations.
* Recommends general and specific courses of action.
* Provides expert advice and interpretation of legal contract and subcontract terms and conditions to minimize or reduce risk and potential liabilities.
* Analyzes, defines, and estimates the potential impact of contract liability and works with and across divisions to determine negotiation strategy and workable alternatives.
* Provides front line management of customer order entry, contracts, and trade compliance function team members and contributes as an escalation point on all three areas.
* Plans, develops, recommends, and implements training, procedures, and systems to be used for contract review across the Division.
* Participates in high-risk or complex areas such as multi-division contracts, major sub-contracts, joint ventures, and/or systems contracts.
* Establishes criteria and process for the review of contract exceptions.
* Establishes direction for functional team and direct reports.
* Develops and mentors others. Provides training to the Contract Management function and other functional teams, as needed.
* Leads the development of a consistent, effective process for contractual flow down requirements.
* Leadership oversight for large customer service team including contracts/PO reviews.
* Responsible for Division implementation of and compliance with export compliance policies and procedures.
* Provides cohesive leadership in export compliance for the division.
* Investigates and resolves compliance problems and responds to questions from internal or customer sources and government regulatory agencies.
* Coordinates training and business meetings to facilitate the exchange of information on contract review.
* Develops and implements programs to increase cross-functional knowledge and awareness of contracting requirements and policies as needed.
* Maintains and coordinates contacts with domestic and foreign civilian and military representatives, as well as customers and government agency officials.
* Analyzes problem/opportunity areas, structures data-gathering and evaluation of internal processes, and coordinates responses.
Education and Experience:
* Bachelor degree (BA) in Business Administration or a related discipline required.
* Advanced degree preferred.
* Advanced Contract management certification required (e.g., National Contract Management Association (NCMA); International Association of Commercial Contract Management (IACCM) or equivalent) unless JD or MBA.
* 10+ years of related experience, including 5 years in a leadership role. Demonstrated leadership of multiple contracts of significant complexity and scope.
* 5+ years of experience in US Government contracting vehicles including working knowledge and thorough understanding of applicable FAR & DFAR for service and material purchase orders, FFP contracts, commerciality assertions, and CCOPD submissions.
* Prior training and experience in leadership principles and in leading high-performing teams.
Skills and Knowledge:
* Thorough knowledge and understanding of the contract management processes and all contract types.
* Advanced knowledge of regulations and laws applicable to contracts.
* May require advanced knowledge of US export compliance rules and regulations and be designated as an Empowered Official.
* Able to lead ongoing process improvements; able to oversee/conduct training and rollout efforts to institutionalize process improvements.
* Proficiency in Contract Management concepts, tools, techniques, and risk management.
* Strong negotiation skills.
* Comprehensive knowledge of legal principles behind high-risk terms.
* Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with the contract customers and internal teams.
* Communication skills
* Able to influence business decisions and negotiate resource allocation.
* Effectively uses current information technology, systems, and business applications related to contracting and customer/supplier interface; is proficient with standard software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes), project management and database analysis tools.
This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.
