Contract Administration Manager

PPG; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

PPG is seeking a Government Contract Administration Manager in Greensboro, NC. In this role, you will oversee government contracts and lead the contract administration team. Your responsibilities include managing the contract lifecycle from bid to closeout, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting business growth.

The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience with at least 5 years in government contracts, strong leadership skills, and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

PPG offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience with minimum 5 years in government contracts.
• Technical proficiency in ERP/CRM systems and Excel/PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage government contracts from bid to award through closeout.
• Develop operational plans and lead personnel activities.
• Ensure timely, accurate CRM updates and track goals.

Skills

Contract management expertise

Government contracting regulations knowledge

Strong communication skills

Analytical problem-solving

Leadership abilities

Experience mentoring teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

ERP/CRM systems

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

As Government Contract Administration Manager, you will oversee government contracts and lead the contract administration team at the Traffic Solutions office in Greensboro, NC. You will manage contract lifecycle from bid to closeout and support business growth. You will report to the Global Supply Chain Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop operational plans and budgets, lead personnel activities (hiring, training, performance management), and ensure balanced workload and regional coverage.
• Manage government contracts from bid to award through closeout—ensuring regulatory compliance, maintaining all contract documentation, and developing SOPs while training and guiding teams on bidding and contract administration.
• Partner with Government Sales and other teams on strategic bids and contract updates while representing commercial and government contract interests internally and externally.
• Ensure timely, accurate CRM updates and track goals such as data accuracy and workload analysis.
• Lead problem‑solving projects to refine processes and enhance customer experience by identifying efficiency and compliance improvements, addressing customer issues, and supporting special projects.

Qualifications

• Customer‑focused contract management expertise, knowledge of government contracting regulations, and strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Leadership and analytical problem‑solving capabilities, experience mentoring teams, identifying process inefficiencies, and implementing data‑driven improvements.
• Technical and continuous‑improvement proficiency: ERP/CRM systems, intermediate Excel/PowerPoint skills, and Lean‑informed methodologies.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field (strongly preferred).
• 8+ years experience with minimum 5 years in government contracts (Federal, State, or local) and prior operations or management experience.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma) preferred.
• Professional certifications (e.g., NCMA CPCM or CFCM) preferred.

Benefits

PPG provides a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health and well‑being of employees, including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and other incentives. Pay ranges and benefits vary by location and will be discussed with candidates during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email [e-mail].