Contracts Manager

A Fortune 50 financial services company in McLean, VA is currently seeking a new Contracts Manager to join their growing team.About the Opportunity:Hybrid requirement - Onsite 2 days per weekShift: 8 or 9am - 4 or 5pmSchedule: Monday through FridayResponsibilities:The Contracts Manager will:Support company business objectives by negotiating, executing, negotiating, and managing commercial contracts for the acquisition of goods and servicesDraft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contractsLead negotiations on contract modifications with stakeholder inputProvide assistance to internal stakeholders on contractual matters, requirements, risk management, and mitigation strategiesEnsure the level of effort and attention to detail is commensurate with the complexity, value, and risk associated with the acquisitionInterpret contract provisions for Business Units and provide appropriate guidance; lead negotiations on contract modificationsClose out the contract or issue termination notices and review settlement proposalsPresent alternatives and recommendations to solve unique and complex problemsQualifications:Bachelor's degree or above in Business, Contract Management, Information Technology, or related fieldExperience in contract law/ terms/conditionsExperience in acquisition planning, strategy development, negotiations, contract management and administration, pricing analysis, and acquisition related requirementsSignificant knowledge of commercial and business practices to develop, execute and manage contractsSignificant knowledge evaluating and mitigating risk in contractsSignificant experience in written bid/proposal preparationEffective word processing and spreadsheet software skillsAdvanced verbal and written communication skillsAdvanced knowledge of cost containment strategies

Created: 2025-01-26