Job Title: Contracts Manager
Work model: Hybrid in Vienna, VA or remote
Pay Rate: Open to Both W2 or established 1099
Position Type: Multiyear Contract
This role requires someone with 7-10 years of COMMERCIAL Contracts Management experience.
Candidates will support organizational objectives by leading the full lifecycle of commercial contracts for goods and services. Responsible for drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and executing contracts, developing acquisition strategies, conducting pricing and cost analysis, and managing contract modifications, risk mitigation, and closeouts. Partners with Business Units, Procurement, and the Office of General Counsel to ensure compliant, cost-effective agreements aligned with business goals. Provides guidance on contractual terms, negotiates pricing and conditions, resolves complex issues, and ensures clear communication and sound risk management throughout the contracting process.
Responsibilities:
Support client's business objectives by negotiating, executing, negotiating, and managing commercial contracts for the acquisition of goods and services
Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts
Lead negotiations on contract modifications with stakeholder input
Provide assistance to internal stakeholders on contractual matters, requirements, risk management, and mitigation strategies
Ensure the level of effort and attention to detail is commensurate with the complexity, value, and risk associated with the acquisition
Establishes an acquisition strategy to include the @type of contract and milestones, contractible requirements
Coordinates review of contracts or purchase agreements with Procurement Management and in conjunction with Office of General Counsel, as required.
In conjunction with the Business Unit, analyzes proposals. Performs cost or price analysis, including review of cost breakdowns to determine reasonableness.
In conjunction with the Business Unit, develops negotiation objectives and leads negotiations related to contract pricing, terms and conditions with potential contractors. As appropriate, confers with offices of General Counsel, and subject matter experts
Prior to contract execution, meets with Business Units and vendor and reviews key contract terms, conditions, and requirements including deliverables, and timelines
Interprets contract provisions for Business Units and provides appropriate guidance.
Leads negotiations on contract modifications
Closes out the contract or issues termination notices and reviews settlement proposals
Presents alternatives and recommendations to solve unique and complex problems
Ensure clear, concise, and effective communication
Anticipates issues and identifies solutions
Qualifications/Education:
Experience in contract law/ terms/conditions
Experience in acquisition planning, strategy development, negotiations, contract management and administration, pricing analysis, and acquisition related requirements
Significant knowledge of commercial and business practices to develop, execute and manage contracts
Significant knowledge evaluating and mitigating risk in contracts
Significant experience in written bid/proposal preparation
Skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions
Effective word processing and spreadsheet software skills
Advanced verbal and written communication skills
Advanced knowledge of cost containment strategies
Ability to multitask and work effectively, both independently and in a team environment, ensuring timely completion of assignments and meeting established standards
Advanced research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Effective skill interacting tactfully and effectively in difficult situations
Bachelor's degree or above in Business, Contract Management, Information Technology, or related field
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, 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.
Ref: #851-Rockville-S1
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services 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 full-time 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.
