Senior Contract Administrator

System One; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision care

Spending accounts

Life insurance

Voluntary plans

401(k) plan

Job summary

System One is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator in Bellevue, WA for a contract role. The position focuses on subcontract management, supplier development, and rigorous procurement processes to support large projects.

Responsibilities include negotiating subcontracts, issuing RFPs/RFQs/EOIs, and ensuring on-time delivery while maintaining compliant records. A strong background in FAR/2 CFR standards and excellent communication are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 6+ years of Purchasing/Procurement/Subcontract/Contract Management experience.
• Experience executing subcontracts under FAR and/or 2 CFR 200 Procurement Standards.
• Experience handling export-controlled information.
• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform sourcing, evaluating, price reasonableness, negotiating, subcontract administration, and closeouts under supervision.
• Develop new suppliers to enhance project success and minimize risks.
• Initiate and manage complex subcontracts from pre-award to post-award focusing on performance, change control, quality, cost and schedule.
• Prepare and manage RFPs, RFQs, and EOIs.
• Review Statements of Work for clarity and no ambiguity for potential suppliers.
• Establish and maintain relationships with internal/external customers and suppliers.
• Perform market research to identify potential sources for competitive bidding.
• Negotiate pricing and other terms with suppliers.
• Issue subcontracts and monitor progress for on-time delivery.
• Verify receipt of items or services and approve payments.
• Maintain procurement files and records.
• Perform subcontract closeouts in a timely manner.
• Perform other procurement or contracting duties as assigned.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Procurement

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title: Senior Contract Administrator
Location: Bellevue, WA
Type: Contract
Compensation: $72.00 - $90.00

Responsibilities:

• Perform sourcing, evaluating, price reasonableness, negotiating, subcontract administration, and closeouts under the supervision of the Procurement Manager.
• Support the development of new suppliers to enhance project success and minimize risks.
• Initiate and manage complex subcontracts from pre-award to post-award focusing on performance, change control, quality, cost, and schedule.
• Prepare and manage activities such as Requests for Proposals (RFP), Requests for Quotes (RFQ), and Expressions of Interest (EOI).
• Review Statements of Work to ensure clarity and no ambiguity for potential suppliers.
• Establish and maintain relationships with internal/external customers and suppliers.
• Perform market research to identify potential sources for competitive bidding.
• Negotiate pricing and other terms and conditions with suppliers.
• Issue subcontracts or other agreements to suppliers and monitor order progress for on-time delivery.
• Verify receipt of items or completion of services, resolve shipment errors, and approve payments.
• Maintain accurate procurement files and records.
• Perform subcontract closeouts in a timely manner.
• Perform other procurement or contracting duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in Purchasing, Procurement, and/or Subcontract/Contract Management.
• Experience executing subcontracts in accordance with FAR and/or 2 CFR 200 Procurement Standards.
• Experience handling export-controlled information.
• Ability to perform job duties with little to no supervision.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with a sizable workload.
• Nuclear industry experience preferred.
• Technical background is a plus.
• Proven success in interface, contracting, and/or procurement strategies.
• Strong organizational skills and team collaboration ability.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High degree of trust, integrity, and professionalism.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.