Serve as key business advisor to the program managers on contractual and operational matters
Oversee all phases of the contract administration process, from initial preparation and negotiation through execution, changes or extensions, and termination
Plan and execute successful contract negotiations of a complex nature and achieving targeted profit rates, favorable terms and conditions on both contracts and other agreements required to assist in mitigating risk and meeting overall financial goals
Build customer intimacy despite geographical separation as well as be able to effectively cultivate those relationships early on
Make decisions in a timely manner under tight deadlines and pressure
Offer guidance and work collaboratively with a multitude of organizations ranging from technical, program, finance, global supply chain, and trade compliance for seamless contract administration
Maintain comprehensive and organized electronic and hard copy records of all contracts and related documentation for easy access and auditing

Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of professional relevant experience preferably in contracts – OR – Master’s degree with 3+ years
In lieu of degree 9 years of applicable experience
Experience evaluating/negotiating FAR clauses in different contract types
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to use them in informing, presenting, and negotiating to all levels of management
Team player, independent, proactive, and possess excellent problem solving, oral and written communication, and organizational skills

Principal/Sr Principal Contract Administrator

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