Contract Manager - Belcan : Job Details

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.