Senior Specialist, Contracts

Overview

This role provides cradle-to-grave management of assigned US Government contract requirements and financial deliverables. The position supports contract compliance with US Government regulations, contract review procedures, and vendor management processes. Responsibilities include proposal review/submittal support, managing customer fact-finding and audit activities, negotiating complex contracts, administering government and commercial contracts and other agreements, and coordinating with other business departments.

Responsibilities

• Administer and monitor contract performance on assigned government contracts with direct and indirect customers
• Maintain relationships with US Government Contract Officers and/or contract/subcontract managers as key points of contact for assigned contracts
• Support mutual understanding of agreement terms, deliverables, and expectations
• May assist with negotiation and administration of agreements to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures
• Review contract solicitation terms, handle contract award confirmations, interpret agreement terms and conditions, and identify potential issues
• Review and incorporate agreement amendments/modifications
• Review contractual documents for adherence to company policy, government specifications, and requirements; identify risks and areas of concern; provide contractual advice and support to contract leads/program and operations managers
• Respond to inquiries regarding contract obligations and revisions in a timely manner
• Conduct fulfillment of contract deliverables
• Support proposal review and timely submission for customer requirements
• Review and analyze moderately complex price proposals
• Prepare non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, Master Service Agreements (MSA), Service Orders (SO), and other contractual agreements
• Under direction, prepare contractual documents (including contract terms and conditions) and assemble contract documentation packages
• Participate in management review of proposals/contracts and program reviews
• Support Contracts Department team success during surge workload periods by assisting other contracts staff as needed, providing guidance, and performing special projects

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and a minimum of 6 years of relatable work experience in contracts management
• Strong knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS), and other related federal supplemental regulations
• Understanding of contract/Purchase Order terms and conditions and detailed knowledge of the US Government contracting process, including GSA Multiple Award Schedules, Blanket Purchase Orders, sole source and competitive procurements
• Comprehensive knowledge of contract type terms and conditions (FFP, CPFF, CPIF, T&M, IDIQ, etc.) and appropriate use
• Detailed knowledge of source selection/evaluation processes, including cost and price analysis
• Knowledge of requirements for and experience administering government property
• Detailed knowledge of government contract administration duties, including subcontract flow downs, change management, inspection, acceptance, payment, warranty, close-out, and records retention
• Thorough understanding of proper drafting, negotiation, and use of contracts, subcontracts, P.O.’s, teaming, and other forms of agreements
• Exceptional attention to detail; excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to work independently; assess priorities; and excellent organizational skills
• Self-motivated/proactive issue resolution, with ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Contract/agreement briefing, negotiation, and review experience
• Experience monitoring contracts/subcontracts of increasing complexity and value
• General computer proficiency and familiarity with Microsoft Office programs

Preferred Qualifications

• Membership in National Contract Management Association (NCMA) desired

Compensation & Benefits

• Final base salary will be determined based on factors including the position’s location, and the candidate’s relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
• Where applicable, may also be eligible for an annual bonus.
• Benefits may include paid vacation, sick and personal leave; medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; a 401(k)-retirement plan; and others.

Location

• Remote (listed as #LI-Remote).