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Contracts Manager - Hybrid

Job Title
Contracts Manager - Hybrid
Job ID
27772484
Location
Vienna, VA, 22180 
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Description

Contracts Manager

Location: Vienna, Virginia 22180

Overview

This role requires someone with 7-10 years of commercial contracts management experience.

Candidates will support organizational objectives by leading the full lifecycle of commercial contracts for goods and services. Responsible for drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and executing contracts, developing acquisition strategies, conducting pricing and cost analysis, and managing contract modifications, risk mitigation, and closeouts. Partners with Business Units, Procurement, and the Office of General Counsel to ensure compliant, cost-effective agreements aligned with business goals. Provides guidance on contractual terms, negotiates pricing and conditions, resolves complex issues, and ensures clear communication and sound risk management throughout the contracting process.

Responsibilities

  • Support our client's business objectives by negotiating, executing, and managing commercial contracts for the acquisition of goods and services
  • Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts
  • Lead negotiations on contract modifications with stakeholder input
  • Provide assistance to internal stakeholders on contractual matters, requirements, risk management, and mitigation strategies
  • Ensure the level of effort and attention to detail is commensurate with the complexity, value, and risk associated with the acquisition
  • Establish an acquisition strategy to include the type of contract and milestones, contractible requirements
  • Coordinate review of contracts or purchase agreements with Procurement Management and in conjunction with Office of General Counsel, as required
  • In conjunction with the Business Unit, analyze proposals and perform cost or price analysis, including review of cost breakdowns to determine reasonableness
  • In conjunction with the Business Unit, develop negotiation objectives and lead negotiations related to contract pricing, terms and conditions with potential contractors. As appropriate, confer with offices of General Counsel and subject matter experts
  • Prior to contract execution, meet with Business Units and vendor and review key contract terms, conditions, and requirements including deliverables and timelines
  • Interpret contract provisions for Business Units and provide appropriate guidance
  • Lead negotiations on contract modifications
  • Close out the contract or issue termination notices and review settlement proposals
  • Present alternatives and recommendations to solve unique and complex problems
  • Ensure clear, concise, and effective communication
  • Anticipate issues and identify solutions

Qualifications and Experience

  • Experience in contract law, terms, and conditions
  • Experience in acquisition planning, strategy development, negotiations, contract management and administration, pricing analysis, and acquisition-related requirements
  • Significant knowledge of commercial and business practices to develop, execute and manage contracts
  • Significant knowledge evaluating and mitigating risk in contracts
  • Significant experience in written bid and proposal preparation
  • Skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions
  • Effective word processing and spreadsheet software skills
  • Advanced verbal and written communication skills
  • Advanced knowledge of cost containment strategies
  • Ability to multitask and work effectively, both independently and in a team environment, ensuring timely completion of assignments and meeting established standards
  • Advanced research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Effective skill interacting tactfully and effectively in difficult situations
  • Bachelor's degree or above in Business, Contract Management, Information Technology, or related field

CC Pace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local laws.

CC Pace are committed to employing only candidates who are legally authorized to work in the United States. For us to comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees, as a condition of employment, must cmplete the Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and provide documentation that establishes identity and authorization to work. E-Verify will be used for employment verification as part of your onboarding process.

CC Pace values integrity throughout our hiring process. As part of our standard verification procedures, candidates will be asked to provide documentation confirming employment history, education, and work authorization.