Description:
Vadum is seeking a Contracts Manager responsible for the successful execution of all corporate contracts and subcontracts.
The Contracts Manager will collaborate with Vadum's extended leadership team (CEO, Director of Operations Management, VP of Program Management, Finance) in the management of all contract related actions for the company.
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as the primary interface for both internal and external contract matters with company leadership, program managers, customers, subcontractors, and vendors.
Primarily responsible for contract lifecycle- including contract creation, negotiation and collaboration, review and approval, administration and execution, management and renewal, reporting and tracking, and closing.
Preparation of contracts, agreements, and modifications.
Analyze contract modifications and provide recommendations.
Review contract/subcontract estimates, including proposed materials, services costs, etc.
for accuracy and Federal Acquisition Regulation based compliance.
Develop contract letters, subcontracts and other communications and notices.
Analyze contracts for compliance requirements.
Review and analyze RFP terms and conditions and participate in proposal reviews.
Responsible for the development and maintenance of project setup.
Provide management contractual rights and obligations for new and revised contracts.
Review Teaming and Non-Disclosure Agreements in accordance with corporate guidelines.
Partner with the VP of Program Management and the Business Area Program Managers to manage overall program execution, compliance, actively mitigate risks to the program and promptly resolve contractual issues that are impacting program performance.
Manage and actively engage with the government and industry contract administrators to resolve contract issues.
Establish best practices and standardize company processes for contracts management.
Lead contract related proposals and/or capture efforts as required and ensure timely and successful proposal delivery.
Requirements:
Required Skills/Abilities:
Maintain US Citizenship.
Maintain Security Clearance eligibility.
Must be familiar with Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office, Customer Relationship Manager (CRM), Word Press, Square Space, and DocuSign software.
Ability to engage key client stakeholders to identify needs, and discuss Vadum capabilities and services.
Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary opportunity capture team in a matrixed organization with a collaborative and a team-centric culture.
Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize and delegate tasks when appropriate.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Education/Training/Experience:
Bachelor degree in Management, Business, or Finance.
10+ years of related, professional management experience, required.
5+ years of industry experience in a leadership or management position with experience supervising personnel, technology assessment, system design, system analysis, managing multiple technical programs; including budgetary responsibility, planning and estimating work loading requirements, acquisition planning, communicating and interacting with government customers.
3+ years of contract experience or the ability to demonstrate management capabilities through equivalent leadership experiences.
Company Overview
Since 2004, Vadum has built a brand known for practical innovation that delivers solutions to customers in the competitive field of national defense research and development.
Vadum’s expertise is bringing concepts to life in the form of products or prototypes to address challenging national defense problems.
The Vadum team has a wide range of deep operational and technical expertise to develop concepts that work in conjunction with legacy capabilities or create new capabilities.
Vadum offers a comprehensive benefit program, including:
Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
401k (k) with up to 4% company match
Paid Time Off (Sick, Vacation)
13 Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Voluntary Benefit Offerings (STD, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Plan)
Work/life balance
Vadum Inc.
is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, genetic trait, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Vadum Inc.
is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact the Human Resources Department at (919) 341-8241 ext.
: 180.