Contracts Specialist

DDB; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

DDB Chicago is seeking an entry-level Contract Specialist responsible for contract administration on projects for the US Army. Candidates should have a business degree, strong communication skills, and a keen eye for detail. This position offers competitive salary and growth potential within a dynamic agency.

Benefits

Competitive salary range

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Stock Discounts

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a business discipline is required.
• Experience through internships preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for contract administration on assigned projects.
• Support all activities related to contract development and administration.
• Ensure adherence to federal contract guidelines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear and concise writing

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a business discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

DDB Chicago is a communications agency dedicated to making creative work that works.

We believe in the power of creativity to create the change we want to happen in the world and develop audacious and famous ideas for our clients that help to grow their businesses and shape culture by driving behavior change at scale.

We are a global network of agencies who believe firmly in respect, kindness, openness, self-expression, and creativity, making spaces for the lived and learned experiences of all our people, and helping them to be the best they can be. We are intellectually curious about difference, embracing change for the better, and are committed to opposing injustice and constantly challenging the status quo. We are a place packed with the energy and passion to make things happen.

Widely considered the most advanced and best-in-class IAT within Omnicom, Team DDB is at the forefront of performance marketing, measurement and attribution capabilities and provides a master class in both business leadership and modern marketing techniques across a broad spectrum of disciplines.

Client: US Army via Team DDB

TeamDDB is an integrated agency team composed of multiple Omnicom agencies and one outside research agency.TeamDDB is exclusively dedicated toservicing the US Army’s Recruitment Mission. DDB is the prime agency, positioning it as the leader and chief integrator of the group.TeamDDB is approximately 100+ people strong, headquartered inChicago but with local teams across the country and a few agency specialists in Washington DC and Houston.

Responsibilities

At DDB, our Contract Specialistisresponsible for all aspects of contract administration on assigned projects. Under the supervision of a Contracts Manager, this role will support and/or perform all activities related to the development and administration of contracts and subcontracts, ensuring adherence to the federal government contract, overall business strategy and corporate policies.

This is an entry level job with growth potential within the team. This position is equivalent to a federal contract specialist in the GS-6 - 9 pay scale.

Required Skills

• Candidate has a keen eye for detail with regards to reviewing documentation and following the established policies and procedures.
• The ability to write clear and concise documents with little supervision.
• The ability to review and assist in the preparation of Cost Proposals and Statements of Work.
• Ability to adapt to new environments and processes. Learn new technical skills and keep up with industry developments.
• Candidate must be articulate, demonstrate excellent communication, negotiation, people, and organizational skills.
• The successful candidate must possess a demonstrated ability to deal with project deadlines and ambiguity.
• Candidate must be self-motivated, resourceful, and organized, taking ownership of all assigned work.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in a business discipline
• Internships, or temporary assignments, with directly related experience preferred.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• US Citizenship required. Must also be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary Range: $50,000 - $63,000 commensurate with experience
• ️Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Stock Discounts
• Employee Assistance Programs

Please let us know should you require any additional support or assistance through the recruitment process.

This role requires regular in-office presence with a minimum of three days per week, to engage and collaborate in in-person team interactions and meetings as required.

The range below represents the low and high end of the base salary someone in this role may earn as an employee of DDB Chicago. Salaries will vary based on various factors including but not limited to professional and academic experience, training, associated responsibilities, and other business and organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Salary decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each hire.

$50,000 - $63,000 USD

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