Contracts Manager

Battelle; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compressed schedule

Hybrid work model

Paid time off

Medical coverage

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Battelle, located in Columbus, OH, seeks a Contracts Manager to lead sophisticated contract negotiations, shape proposals, and manage risk across the lifecycle. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement and opportunities to mentor junior staff while collaborating with internal clients.

Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating agreements, developing contracting strategies, and ensuring compliance with FAR, CPSR, and UCC. This is a high-impact role at a national laboratory–level employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with eight+ years of related experience.
• Strong knowledge of IDIQ, CPAF, CPFF, FFP, T&M, LOE types.
• Experience drafting non-routine contractual instruments and using FAR/UCC rules.

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, and administer contractual agreements for programs.
• Contribute to proposal and contracting strategy development.
• Analyze contract requirements to ensure compliance with laws and Battelle policies.
• Coordinate cross-functional negotiations and resolve performance issues.
• Assist in business strategy development with internal clients.
• Ensure required reviews and approvals are obtained before submission.
• Review data in company systems for accuracy and completeness.
• Support contract closeouts and reporting activities.
• Lead or support process-improvement initiatives.

Skills

Contract Negotiation

FAR Knowledge

Risk Management

Proposal Strategy

Client Liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

Bring your contracts expertise to a role where you can influence strategy, solve complex business challenges, and serve as a trusted advisor across Battelle. As a Contracts Manager, you’ll lead sophisticated contract negotiations, help shape proposals and contracting strategies, navigate complex federal and commercial requirements, and manage contractual risk throughout the business lifecycle. You’ll also improve processes and mentor junior contracting professionals, making this an excellent opportunity for an experienced contracts professional ready to broaden their impact.

This position is a hybrid opportunity located in Columbus, OH.

Responsibilities

As a Contracts Manager, the selected individual will draft, negotiate, and administer contractual agreements while serving as a strategic partner to internal clients and a resource for junior contracting staff. Responsibilities may include:

• Drafting, developing, negotiating, and administering contractual agreements for assigned programs, while serving as the primary client interface during negotiations and contract management
• Analyzing requests for proposals from general policy, business, financial, contractual, and risk perspectives; significantly contributing to and potentially leading the development of proposal and/or contracting strategy
• Analyzing contract requirements, special provisions, terms, and conditions to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Battelle policies
• Coordinating proposal issues requiring cross-functional expertise, proposing solutions to problems encountered in negotiations, and assisting in resolving issues that may arise during contract performance
• Assisting in the development of business strategies in partnership with internal clients
• Ensuring all required proposal reviews, concurrences, and approvals are obtained prior to submission to a client
• Reviewing proposal and contracting data entered into company systems for completeness and accuracy
• Responding to unusual or potential business and contractual performance problems in conjunction with other business support staff and making recommendations for corrective action
• Assisting in contract closeouts, including document closeout, management, and development of reports for department and internal client review
• Supporting and potentially leading cross-functional process improvement initiatives

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and eight years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field
• Detailed knowledge of IDIQ, CPAF, CPFF, FFP, T&M, and LOE contract types, and/or experience in international contracting, joint venture formation, strategic partnering, or other complex contractual arrangements
• Ability to draft moderate to complex, non-routine contractual instruments
• Excellent working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), CPSR, and/or Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) procedures and transactions, including demonstrated experience in their interpretation and application
• Excellent knowledge of contracting concepts, applicable public contract acquisition law and regulations, and applicable international contract law
• Excellent understanding of corporate policies and procedures, coupled with the ability to identify and interpret those procedures for others
• Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of any employment Visa at this time.

Compensation Data

Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $81,600 – $116,300 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
• Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed

For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
• Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment
• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
• Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers