Manager, Contracts

Elbit Systems of America, LLC; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Elbit Systems of America, LLC is seeking a Manager, Contracts to lead the contract administration team in Fort Worth, TX. This role will oversee day-to-day contract activities for a mix of DOD and commercial contracts and provide risk analysis guidance to business units.

The position emphasizes strong leadership, negotiation, and compliance with FAR/DFAR/UCC and ITAR/EAR. Collaboration with internal stakeholders and external customers is essential to ensure quality and timely performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required (may be waived by the VP & General Counsel).
• 15+ years of functional experience using the skill set.
• 3-5 years of management experience.
• 15+ years of industry experience.
• Training Prerequisites (Within One Year of Taking Position): ESD; Safety Training as dictated by Safety Department.

Responsibilities

• Supervise contract administration team in day-to-day activities and administer a limited number of DOD and commercial contracts.
• Establish a high level of team participation and interaction to ensure quality and responsiveness in every stage of the contract period of performance.
• Provide leadership to the contracts administration team in pre- and post-contract functions.
• Provide guidance on contract risk analysis and feedback to business units.
• Be a recognized authority in contract administration by external parties.
• Add value to the business operation at the program level.
• Represent the company to external customer Contracts and procurement personnel.
• Lead development and formalization of processes and procedures for the department.
• Act as team leader or participate in complex negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and government regulations.
• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Business writing

Contract risk analysis

FAR/DFAR/UCC knowledge

Team leadership

Independent work

Pricing / rate structures

Negotiation of complex agreements

ITAR and EAR understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree (may be waived)

Preferred: business administration, contract administration, economics, or law

Job description

Job Summary:

The Manager, Contracts will be a working Manager providing the day-to-day supervision for the contract administration team and also administering a limited number of DOD and commercial contracts. This person also provides the contract team with guidance on contract risk analysis and provides feedback to the Business Unit.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

• This position is a working Manager, not only providing the day-to-day supervision for the contract administration team but administering a limited number of DOD and commercial contracts as well.


• Establishes a high level of team participation and interaction to ensure quality/responsiveness is the highest priority in every stage of the contract period of performance.


• Provides leadership to the contracts administration team in the areas of pre and post-contract administration functions.


• Provides contract team with guidance on contract risk analysis and provides feedback to the business units.


• Be a generally recognized authority in the discipline of contract administration by persons outside of the Contracts organization


• Provide demonstrated added value to the business operation at the program level.


• Serve as the company’s representative to external customer Contracts and procurement personnel.


• Serve as a lead in the development and formalization of the various processes and procedures for the department,


• Ability to act as team leader or participate as part of a team in complex negotiations.


• Necessary to ensure compliance with company policies and government regulations.


• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.


• Authorities:
  
  
  
  • To access product information as needed for cost, pricing, and contract negotiation.
  
  
  • To discuss contract information within the company at all levels as needed.
  
  
  • To request critical financial information as needed.
  
  
  • Other abilities as determined by supervisor.
  
  
  
  


• Business Relationships:
  
  
  
  • Company Customers
  
  
  • Company personnel
  
  
  • Company personnel at other sites
  
  
  • Company Senior Management
  
  
  • Affiliated ESA Companies Contracts & Program staffs
  
  
  • ESL Contract, Program & Finance Staff
  
  
  
  

Knowledge (Education/License/Certification, Prior Experience):

• A bachelor's degree is required (May be waived by the VP & General Counsel)


• Preferred degree in business administration, contract administration, economics, or law.


• 15+ years of functional experience using skill set


• 3-5 years of management experience


• 15+ years of industry experience


• Training Prerequisites (Within One Year of Taking Position):
  
  
  
  • ESD
  
  
  • Safety Training, as dictated by the Safety Department
  
  
  
  

Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced and effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver information concisely orally and in writing.


• Proven ability to write and edit business material. A writing sample will be required.


• Advanced and effective analytical skills and the ability to identify and evaluate business risks.


• Knowledge of and working experience with FAR, DFAR, and UCC.


• Effective written and oral communication skills.


• Team Player with strong interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance.


• Financial understanding of rate structures and pricing strategies.


• Demonstrated ability to handle complex agreements.


• Ability to foster and maintain solid relationships with customers and suppliers.


• Experience with and understanding of international contracting, including compliance with ITAR and EAR.

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