Senior Contracts Administrator

Company: Innova Solutions
Location: San Leandro
Posted on: March 12, 2023

Job Description:

Job Title: Senior Contracts AdministratorDuration: 12 Months Temp to DirectPhysical address of worksite: Remote Job Description: Major purpose: JOB SUMMARY:This Contracts Lead position at our client will be responsible for creating and administering multiple contracts and reports up to the Division Manager for Contracts. This Division provides products and services, primarily through contracts with Department of Defense agencies. The successful candidate for this senior-level professional position requires the ability to develop strong, positive relationships with Government customer counterparts and internal program stakeholders. The Contracts Lead functions as a subject matter expert, performing work with minimal oversight or direction, and must possess advanced-level proficiency in tasks such as writing and delivering contractual correspondence, preparing proposals, negotiating contract changes, and maintaining contract files in full compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies. The Contracts Lead will also interface with external and internal customers for new pursuits and programs, and communicate within and outside of the organization to drive business results. As a key representative of the company, the Contracts Lead must demonstrate a high level of commitment to achieving business goals while operating in constant alignment with L3Harris' Values and Operating Principles. Major functions:

• Administers contracts and agreements in accordance with federal government regulations and company policies and procedures, manages and negotiates customer changes to such agreements
• Oversees day-to-day contract actions in a fast-paced environment
• Examines terms of solicitations, requirements, and delivery schedules to provide written reviews to management identifying and mitigating risks to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Actively participates in new business pursuit activity requiring a sound knowledge of competitive and sole source proposal preparation processes
• Advises pursuit team, program team, and management of contractual rights and obligations
• Effective communicator within program multi-functional teams, contracts professionals, internal management, and all levels of customer counterparts
• Compiles and analyzes data and maintains historical information.
• Management of multiple priorities and fulfillment of company obligations and commitments.
• Position will require interaction with internal and external customers, including the U.S. Government (USG). Technical/Functional skills: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Requires professional working experience in Government customer interfacing, with prime or subcontractor experience across large-scale programs. Bachelor's Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience.
  • Must have experience and thorough understanding of the requirements of applicable procurement regulations (FAR / DFARS / FAA Acquisition Management System (AMS), etc.).
  • Must have experience (in Industry) negotiating and administering contracts of varying size, type, and complexity with USG customers.
  • Must have significant experience negotiating contracts requiring certified cost and pricing data.
  • Must have the ability to interpret contractual requirements and provide guidance to program personnel and management.
  • Must have the ability to function independently under minimal guidance and effectively manage competing priorities under rapidly evolving circumstances.
  • Must have excellent problem solving and decision-making skills with demonstrated ability to resolve complex problems and minimize company risk.
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook
  • Must possess strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills necessary for working in a team environment and influencing others.
  • Must be an action-oriented self-starter with superlative attention to detail, possess keen adherence to deadlines, and skill at identifying problems and communicating potential solutions. PREFERRED ADDITIONAL SKILLS:
    • Experience in defense and aerospace industries.
    • Experience and understanding of municipal and commercial contracting procedures.
    • Ability to mentor, develop and lead training for team.
    • Experience in negotiation of Nondisclosure Agreements (NDA), Contractor Teaming Agreements, Memorandum of Understanding/Agreement.
    • Working knowledge of Intellectual Property considerations and regulations
    • Close vision and ability to shift focus to use computer
    • Experience in Job Family: 10 Years Education/Experience/Licenses etc.:
      • Bachelor's Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience or a Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience.
      • Training, Certificates and Licenses: None required, NCMA and similar certifications a strong plus..

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