Contracts Administrator: Lifecycle, Compliance & Proposals

Onward Search; Merrimack (NH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Program

Commuter Benefit

eLearning and Ongoing Training

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Onward Search is seeking a Contracts Administrator to support a defense solutions client in managing contracts from start to finish.

Based in the United States on a temporary assignment, you will handle proposals, negotiations, documentation, and compliance while using Salesforce and Office tools. This role emphasizes accurate filekeeping, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree required; Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration preferred.
• 1-3 years of industry experience in contract administration, procurement, or project coordination.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; familiarity with Salesforce; knowledge of PowerPoint, Project, and Access is a plus.
• U.S. Person; security clearance not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the administration of contracts and subcontracts throughout their lifecycle.
• Assist in preparing proposals, handling contract negotiations, and maintaining customer communications.
• Monitor contract performance to ensure adherence to legal, company policies, and client requirements.
• Interpret contractual terms, review compliance with regulations, and support contractual documentation.
• Maintain accurate contract files, track obligations, and support reporting and data management using Salesforce.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Access

Job description

Onward Search is seeking a Contracts Administrator to support a defense solutions client in managing contracts from start to finish.

Based in the United States on a temporary assignment, you will handle proposals, negotiations, documentation, and compliance while using Salesforce and Office tools. This role emphasizes accurate filekeeping, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment.