Contracts and Compliance Manager

Saft America, Inc.; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement contribution match at

Educational assistance (tuition)

Short-term Disability

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid employee referral award

Parental leave

Job summary

Saft America, Inc. is seeking a Contracts and Compliance Manager in the United States (Maryland area) for a senior leadership role.

The position oversees contract review, negotiation, and cradle-to-grave administration, coordinating with clients and internal stakeholders to ensure compliant, timely execution of agreements. The ideal candidate holds a JD, CPCM or equivalent, with 7+ years in DoD contract/procurement, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum BA/BS and professional certification (CPCM).
• 7+ years of contract/procurement experience in DoD environments.
• Strong negotiation and contracting skills required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficient with MS Office and general computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as focal point for official communications with customers and stakeholders.
• Administer contracts at a senior level from cradle to grave.
• Prepare contracts and assess legality of various agreements.
• Monitor FAR/DFAR and export control regulations and communicate changes.
• Resolve performance and other contract administration issues with customers.
• Oversee export licensing and all aspects of contract negotiations.
• Lead and manage the Contracts team and related activities.

Skills

Contract Negotiation

Team Leadership

MS Office

Communication Skills

DoD Experience

U.S. Citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPCM certification

Job description

All About You

The Contracts and Compliance Manager is a Senior Management position which is responsible for reviewing and negotiating proposals, contracts, and various agreements. This position will manage contract communication with clients and internal stakeholders until final execution and will also manage the Contracts team.

Requirements

• JD, CPCM or equivalent; BA/BS as a minimum.
• 7+ years of contract and/or procurement experience in a Department of Defense environment.
• Contract negotiation skills.
• Clear and concise communication skills (written and verbal).
• Proficient with MS office products and general computer skills.
• Ability to manage a team.
• Leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize and execute on deadlines while handling multiple concurrent tasks or assignments simultaneously.
• Excellent analytical, critical, and creative thinking skills.
• Possess a strong business acumen and the ability to work independently and with a team.
• Must be a US citizen or green card holder.

Responsibilities

• Focal point for official communications and customers.
• Administer contracts at a senior level "cradle to grave".
• Prepare contracts and research the legality of various agreements.
• Remain abreast of current FAR, DFAR, export control, and other government regulations and practices and communicate any changes as appropriate.
• Resolve performance and other contract administration issues with customers.
• Responsible for export licensing.
• Responsible for all aspects of contract negotiating.
• Other duties as assigned.

What We Offer

Whether you are just getting started or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package to include generous compensation based on market standards, healthcare, wellness, adoption assistance, discounted stock purchase, career development and recognition programs. Some of our superior benefits include parental (maternal and paternal) leave, 401K retirement contribution match at 7%, educational assistance (tuition reimbursement), Short-term Disability (STD), paid holidays, paid vacation, and paid employee referral award.

We appreciate diverse skills/experience and yours could add immense value to our team. Our customers have varied backgrounds and so do our employees. If you are excited about leaving your footprint on our technical customer-centric solutions while increasing sales, we would love to hear from you.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, and genetic information. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

About Us

Saft is a global battery company like no other! Our long experience and pioneering spirit, combined with our unique industrial approach, puts us in a leading position to meet the needs of the most demanding customers. Our batteries and battery systems make a different in every market sector they serve.

Established in 19 countries and supported by our 16 production sites, Saft has more than 4,300 employees around the world and more than 3,000 customers across a range of industries.

Since 2016, Saft is a wholly owned subsidiary of TotalEnergies, a global integrated energy company that produces and markets various forms of energy, including oil, biofuels, natural gas, green gases, renewables, and electricity. With 100,000 employees, TotalEnergies is committed to provide reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy to as many people as possible. The company operates in approximately 120 countries and places sustainability at the core of its strategy, projects, and operations.

Salary Range

USD $130,000.00 - USD $140,000.00 /Yr.