Contract Specialist Sr.

Reviews and prepares proposals, bids, RFP's, contracts, amendments, change proposals and other related documentation and reports for applicability and acceptability ·
Researches historical data to ensure compliance with appropriate laws and regulations, corporate policy·
Reviews and provides input to internal work authorizations.
Analyzes contract requirements, special provisions, terms and conditions to ensure implementation is in compliance with contractual obligations, proper subcontract flowdown requirements, applicable law/regulations and internal policy/procedures.
Drafts and negotiates contractual instruments commensurate with the skills of this job level.
Negotiates favorable conditions for cash management and profit/fee earning potential.
Administers correspondence, reports, contract submittals to ensure timely and coordinated responses and compliance with terms and conditions.
Advises and supports business team on issues / developments relative to assigned contracts.
Monitors program performance for scope changes and takes appropriate actions.
Builds customer relationships and knows customer needs and issues.
Assists in Technical Transfer Review Board submissions.
Conducts research to support audits as necessary.
Reviews contract status reports for reasonableness.
Ensures signature authorities in accordance with policy
EOE/M/F/D/V
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree or the equivalent experience is required. In addition a minimum of 4 years of directly related experience is required. A minimum of 6 years experience is preferred.
Working knowledge of procurement law / regulations and legal concepts.
Working knowledge of policies/procedures.
Good analytical, written and communication skills.
Ability to draft simple contractual instruments.
Skilled in negotiation of contracts of low to moderate risk / complexity.
Good computer skills.
Strong knowledge of basic business principles Applicant must be a US Citizen.