Contracts Manager — Lead Negotiations & Growth (Onsite)

Ontic; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Competitive PTO

Company 401K with up to 4% match

Annual bonus program

Flexible working arrangements

Paid volunteering opportunities

Access to mental health champions

Job summary

Ontic is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee contract lifecycle, review and draft agreements, and negotiate terms with customers and suppliers at our Chatsworth, CA site. The role requires strong governance, attention to detail, and experience with U.S. FAR/DFARS and UK DEFCONs.

You will report to the Contracts Manager, work onsite, and help drive commercial objectives while coaching junior staff. The position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within Ontic’s expanding

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in business or related field.
• 3+ years’ commercial and contractual experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and govern commercial terms in contracts and agreements.
• Lead negotiations for terms and conditions with customers and suppliers.
• Draft, review and negotiate NDAs, PVAs, LTA’s, novations and other contracts.
• Support bids with contract terms and risk assessment.
• Ensure compliance with US FARs/DFARS and UK DEFCONs where applicable.
• Mentor junior team members and ensure timely contract execution.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Attention to detail

Commercial governance

US Federal Acquisition FARS/DFARS

UK MOD DEFCONs

Stakeholder management

Education

Relevant business degree

Job description

Ontic is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee contract lifecycle, review and draft agreements, and negotiate terms with customers and suppliers at our Chatsworth, CA site. The role requires strong governance, attention to detail, and experience with U.S. FAR/DFARS and UK DEFCONs.

You will report to the Contracts Manager, work onsite, and help drive commercial objectives while coaching junior staff. The position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within Ontic’s expanding