Contracts Manager

Job Description

Job Description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Founded in 2007 in Huntsville, AL, MartinFed provides the U.S. government with customer-focused, performance-based solutions using technology and an empowered workforce as an engine to drive its customers' missions. Our goal is to attract the best and brightest within their field.

We invest in our people because they are our greatest asset. They cultivate our purpose, embody and reflect our core values, and define our culture. MartinFed's core values that set us apart are the following:

• Be Driven - We are fueled by the hunger to learn more and do more.
• Be Curious - We engage in continuous improvement - never accepting the status quo.
• Be Humble - We seek honest feedback to strengthen our relationships.
• Pursue Excellence - We strive to achieve extraordinary results and do not settle for mediocrity.

Strive for excellence and consider joining our growing team today!

JOB OVERVIEW

MartinFed is seeking a Contracts Manager in our Huntsville, AL corporate office. The Contracts Manager will report directly to the Chief Business Officer and will be responsible for all aspects of contracts, teaming, subcontracts, negotiating, purchasing, and more. The position requires a self-motivated, proactive individual with the ability to organize, problem-solve, coordinate, and administer multiple assignments concurrently.

The successful candidate must be customer focused and possess (1) the ability to develop innovative solutions to a variety of complex contracts & subcontract challenges; (2) excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills to accurately document and report findings and new concepts to a variety of audiences, including senior leadership; (3) excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to influence and guide employees, managers, customers and other external parties; (4) the ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate multiple work phases.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manage all phases of contract administration-from negotiation to completion-ensuring compliance with company policies, laws, and regulations.
• Prepare, review, and approve contractual documents to safeguard company posture and meet specifications.
• Serve as primary point of contact for contract activities, advising management on rights, obligations, and interpretation of terms.
• Identify and resolve legal or contractual issues, providing guidance on complex matters.
• Review solicitations and assist with proposals to protect company interests and establish contract/subcontract terms & conditions.
• Maintain current knowledge of government and commercial regulations impacting contracts.
• Collaborate with the Growth team and leadership on new business opportunities, manage agreements that protect company proprietary/confidential information and establish teaming agreements with partners

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors' degree in Business Administration, Procurement, Acquisition, Finance or related field and a minimum of five (5) years of contracts/acquisition experience. A Master's Degree can be substituted for (2) years of the required experience.
• 2+ years of contracts management experience in contracts.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team to accomplish assigned tasks to meet deadlines.
• Experience with various contract types and GSA contracting.
• Experience with Joint Ventures.
• Requires a working knowledge of FAR and agency FAR supplements, business practices and government contracting policies and procedures.
• Must possess strong written and oral communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and a working knowledge of PC software packages typically associated with contract administration.
• Experience with Purchasing on a FAR based government contract.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• JAMIS experience is a plus.
• NCMA Certification, CFCM/CCCM/CPCM
• Be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of DoD security clearance, if required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• General office environment.
• The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. Some walking, standing, bending, reaching, and carrying of light items such as papers and books.
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, telephone, and other office equipment.
• Some travel may be required.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

MartinFed is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, protected Veteran Status, genetics or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access MartinFed's current openings as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 855.212.1810. Thank you for your interest in MartinFed.

Please Note: All positions at MartinFed are contingent upon passing a background check prior to a start date and are subject to random drug screenings during the employment period. In addition, MartinFed is an E-Verify employer.