Job Title: Senior Manager, Contracts (Onsite)
Job Responsibilities:
The Senior Manager, Contracts will have a leadership role within the Global Patriot program area, specifically supporting the NATO Program portfolio. This position involves oversight and guidance to a team of Contracts Professionals, focusing on Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) related to the Patriot system's production, integration, technical assistance, and sustainment for NATO and partner countries. Key responsibilities include:
- Supervisory duties over a team of contract professionals, ensuring proper contract acquisition and fulfillment according to company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
- Leading the front-end assessment of business pursuits and overseeing proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract management, and significant customer activities.
- Applying strong business acumen and subject matter expertise to understand program performance requirements and develop contractual and negotiation strategies.
- Providing strategic advice on contractual rights, obligations, regulations, and policies to mitigate risks and unauthorized changes.
- Ensuring proposals meet customer requirements, represent a balanced risk/opportunity posture, and deliver a financially sound business case while adhering to company standards.
- Coaching and managing the NATO contracts team to enhance the quality and capability of the contracts organization.
- Working closely with Program Management leadership, the Office of General Counsel, and cross-functional peers for program gate reviews, risk management activities, and other contractual matters.
Education and Experience Information:
- Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.
- Experience in Direct Commercial Sales contracting for development, production, sustainment, and services.
- Experience with proposal development, including fact-finding and negotiations.
- Preferred qualifications include experience working contracts with international partners, an MBA or Juris Doctor, and demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and develop effective relationships.
Salary Information:
The salary range for this role is between $124,000 and $250,000. This range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. The company considers various factors when extending an offer, including role responsibilities, work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Benefits for hired applicants may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits depend on the business unit and whether the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
Hired applicants may also be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs, dependent on factors such as individual, business unit, and company performance.
Legal Terminology Important for Candidates:
- The role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a . government-issued security clearance, which necessitates . citizenship.
- The position is , and appropriate pay structure and benefits apply if the candidate resides in a . territory.
- The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, offering consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
- The company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with applicable laws.
Application Information:
The application window is anticipated to close approximately 40 days from the date of the job posting, though it may be adjusted based on candidate flow and business necessity.
