Manager, Contracts

Job Summary:
The Manager, Contracts will be a working Manager providing the day-to-day supervision for the contract administration team and also administering a limited number of DOD and commercial contracts. This person also provides the contract team with guidance on contract risk analysis and provides feedback to the Business Unit.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

This position is a working Manager, not only providing the day-to-day supervision for the contract administration team but administering a limited number of DOD and commercial contracts as well.
Establishes a high level of team participation and interaction to ensure quality/responsiveness is the highest priority in every stage of the contract period of performance.
Provides leadership to the contracts administration team in the areas of pre and post-contract administration functions.
Provides contract team with guidance on contract risk analysis and provides feedback to the business units.
Be a generally recognized authority in the discipline of contract administration by persons outside of the Contracts organization
Provide demonstrated added value to the business operation at the program level.
Serve as the company’s representative to external customer Contracts and procurement personnel.
Serve as a lead in the development and formalization of the various processes and procedures for the department,
Ability to act as team leader or participate as part of a team in complex negotiations.
Necessary to ensure compliance with company policies and government regulations.
Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
Authorities:

To access product information as needed for cost, pricing, and contract negotiation.
To discuss contract information within the company at all levels as needed.
To request critical financial information as needed.
Other abilities as determined by supervisor.

Business Relationships:

Company Customers
Company personnel
Company personnel at other sites
Company Senior Management
Affiliated ESA Companies Contracts & Program staffs
ESL Contract, Program & Finance Staff



Knowledge (Education/License/Certification, Prior Experience):

A bachelor's degree is required (May be waived by the VP & General Counsel)
Preferred degree in business administration, contract administration, economics, or law.
15+ years of functional experience using skill set
3-5 years of management experience
15+ years of industry experience
Training Prerequisites (Within One Year of Taking Position):

ESD
Safety Training, as dictated by the Safety Department



Skills and Abilities:

Advanced and effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver information concisely orally and in writing.
Proven ability to write and edit business material. A writing sample will be required.
Advanced and effective analytical skills and the ability to identify and evaluate business risks.
Knowledge of and working experience with FAR, DFAR, and UCC.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Team Player with strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal guidance.
Financial understanding of rate structures and pricing strategies.
Demonstrated ability to handle complex agreements.
Ability to foster and maintain solid relationships with customers and suppliers.
Experience with and understanding of international contracting, including compliance with ITAR and EAR.

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