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Job Description

How does it feel to represent a company that is committed to innovation? Proud. As part of the contracts team, you will work with experienced professionals to help best position BAE Systems as a front-runner with our customers. Whether it is an innovative proposal or a long-running core contract, you will be a key part of an innovative and unique problem-solving team.

We are currently looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to join our team and assume a lead role. This Contracts Manager will support contracting activities for the Mk 45 Naval Gun System; this multi-million-dollar program is essential to the United States Navy and several International Navies. You will work in a cross-functional team environment with other exceptional professionals across many functions and business areas. Here, we value our workforce, and that means providing our employees with competitive salary and benefit packages, flexible schedules, and plenty of resources for career growth. You will enjoy being a part of a team that is supportive of you and passionate about defending our country.

+ The position may require extended hours or weekends.

+ This role can be based out of Louisville, KY; Minneapolis, MN; or Sterling Heights, MI.

+ This is a Hybrid position that would require being on-site 3 days a week.

+ There may be 10% travel, as necessary to support business needs.

+ This position has a 9/80 schedule that you will have every other Friday off.

Responsibilities:

+ Lead a team of 1-2 direct reports.

+ Consistently work on and provide guidance on complex assignments requiring independent action, a high degree of initiative to resolve issues, and an understanding of and compliance with company policies and procedures.

+ Develop and maintain an in-depth knowledge and working understanding of US Defense Acquisition and Procurement environment, the BAE Systems Contracts function and relevant company policies and procedures, Defense contracting methods, and exporting and other government regulations.

+ Independently lead and support proposal activities including, analyzing solicitations, preparing summaries, and developing strategies and recommendations based on the analysis, with attention to the financial and business risk of the proposed effort.

+ Participate in all proposal team meetings, preparing the terms, conditions, and assumptions upon which the proposal may be submitted.

+ Review the technical and pricing proposals for accuracy and consistency, conducting overall business risk analysis, and preparing the proposal documents for submittal to the customer.

+ Research and make recommendations on proposal and contract language.

+ Ensure that all necessary reviews, recommendations, and terms, with minimal direction and guidance needed.

+ Lead contract negotiations and collaborate with customers in definitizing and completing the contract under general guidance.

+ Advise management of contractual rights and obligations, risk mitigation alternatives, and business strategy.

+ Perform all aspects of assigned contract or purchase order-processing including, accuracy of order entry data, contract funding, scope changes, contract amendments, receipts and delivery schedules, legal requirements, and other commitments.

+ Participate in final stages of assigned contract by verifying completion of all commitments and performing assigned activities associated with contract closeout.

+ Maintain logs of proposals and other data as required and assist in data collection for monthly/quarterly reporting to management.

+ Compile and maintain all required contractual records and documents in accordance with contract requirements and company policies and procedures.

+ Interact with the team to gather, interpret, analyze, and develop recommended strategies and present information.

+ Act as primary point of contact between the company and the customer for all contractual matters on assigned contracts.

+ Develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with external customers.

+ Support Program Managers, Product Line Directors, and Business Area leads and provide contracts advice and counsel to company management at all levels as required.

+ May participate as an assessor in the Phase Review Process.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

+ Ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance

+ Bachelor s Degree and 8 years of relevant Contract Management experience or equivalent experience

+ Experience in Defense DoD Prime Contracting

+ Experience in Cost Type / Cost-Plus and Firm Fixed Price Contracting

+ Expert knowledge of FAR/DFAR regulations

+ Exhibit sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating, and negotiating with company personnel, customers, and suppliers

+ Ability to make decisions using sound judgement while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles, and applicable state and federal laws and regulations

+ Ability to influence and advise senior corporate management

+ Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

+ Demonstrate research and presentation skills to senior leadership

+ Computer skills to prepare appropriate reports and documents

+ Excellent organizational and follow through skills

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

+ Detail oriented

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

+ CFCM or CPCM certification from NCMA

+ Experience in People Management

+ Experience mentoring, coaching, and training

+ Experience working with US Navy customer

+ Self-starter that is proactive and driven

+ Strong critical-thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $116419 - $197912

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

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