Saab, Inc.

defense and security

SeniorContractsAdministrator

$81–101k Orlando, Florida, United States FULL TIME
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The Brief

“Senior Contracts Administrator at Saab, Inc.. Skills: Contracts Administration, FAR, DFARS, Negotiation. Draft moderate to complex contractual instruments. Apply expert-level knowledge of contracting concepts”

Industry & Context.

defense and security
Problems you'll solve

Utilize independent judgment and creativity to resolve complex contract issues; identify opportunities for process improvement

Eligibility Requirements

Travel up to 25% annually, both domestically and internationally, Must be a U. S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual, pass a pre-employment drug screen

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience, or a Master's degree/JD with 3+ years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, Ability to draft modified/revised language for terms and conditions in response to an RFP, Working to expert knowledge of contracting concepts, including Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement), Demonstrated proactive contract management experience, Excellent internal and external negotiation skills, presentation, leadership, and team-building skills, Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Nice to Have

Professional certification (CCCM, CFCM, CPCM), Experience working with U. S. Government international customers, Experience in the aerospace and defense industry, Familiarity with Oracle, SharePoint, and JIRA, Experience mentoring or training junior contracts professionals

What You'll Do.

Draft moderate to complex contractual instruments

Apply expert-level knowledge of contracting concepts

Ensure compliance with corporate policies

Coordinate and manage contract volume

Review complex proposals for compliance

Draft and revise contract language

Determine appropriate flow-down provisions

Lead and support negotiation activities

Resolve complex contract issues

Prepare complex contractual documentation

Participate in process improvements

Develop and support proposal development

Provide mentorship and training

Communicate results clearly

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

effectively engage with both internal and external stakeholders; Collaborate effectively with senior corporate leadership; customer and supplier executive management; public agency executives

Communication Scope

interpersonal skills; ability to effectively engage; presentation skills; Communicate results clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing

Process & Methodology

manage contract volume in support of major or complex proposals, support competitive proposal development efforts

Full Job Description

### **Job Description:** Saab, Inc., in Orlando, FL is seeking a dynamic, results-oriented Senior Contracts Administrator. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of industry practices and demonstrate experience working with U.S. Government contracts governed by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and DFARS. Experience with commercial and international customers is highly preferred, along with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively engage with both internal and external stakeholders. **Responsibilities include:** * Draft moderate to complex, non-routine contractual instruments. * Apply expert-level knowledge of contracting concepts, the Uniform Commercial Code, public contract acquisition law and regulations, and relevant international contract law. * Ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures and identify opportunities for process improvement. * Coordinate and manage contract volume in support of major or complex proposals. * Review complex domestic, international, and commercial proposals for compliance with RFP requirements, with emphasis on identifying and mitigating proposal and execution risk. * Draft and revise contract language, including terms and conditions, in response to RFP requirements. * Determine appropriate flow-down provisions for subcontracts and material procurement. * Lead and support negotiation activities, including serving as negotiation lead for less complex efforts and acting as “closer” on more complex negotiations as required. * Utilize independent judgment and creativity to resolve complex contract issues. * Prepare complex contractual documentation for review by legal counsel, business units, and corporate stakeholders. * Participate in and contribute to process improvements and work instruction development prior to implementation. * Collaborate effectively with senior corporate leadership, customer and supplier executive management, and public agency executives. * Develop an

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