Contracts and Compliance Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401K retirement contribution match

Paid holidays & vacation

Job summary

Saft seeks a Contracts and Compliance Manager to lead senior-level contract administration from cradle to grave. You will negotiate and prepare contracts, research legality, and communicate with clients and internal stakeholders to ensure proper execution.

The role requires DoD procurement experience, JD or CPCM credentials, and strong leadership and communication skills. Equal opportunity employer with comprehensive benefits and a focus on compliance.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.
• Stay current with FAR, DFAR, export control, and government regulations.

Skills

Contract management experience

Contract negotiation skills

Leadership

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Ability to manage a team

Prioritization and deadline management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or CPCM or equivalent

BA/BS degree

Tools

MS Office

Contract management systems

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.