Job Description

Job Title:  Contracts Manager

Location:  Luling, TX – Hybrid Schedule

About the Role:  This position requires onsite availability at our Luling site. Applicants must be local to the South Texas area or willing to relocate to meet the onsite requirements. While a hybrid schedule is offered, regular in-person presence at the Luling facility is essential to effectively support the role's responsibilities.

Overview: The Contracts Manager will play a pivotal role in managing and overseeing all contractual activities related to our wholly owned subsidiary, Spencer Composites Corporation. This role requires the regular application of strong subject matter expertise to understand program performance requirements and provide guidance in support of program and financial objectives. Additionally, the Contracts Manager is required to support Program Management leadership, the General Counsel, and cross-functional peers in all contractual related matters affecting the applicable programs, and other X-Bow Launch Systems corporate activities, as required. This role supports a geographically dispersed team located across the continental U.S. .

Responsibilities:

• Support programs and other functional areas in the management of Spencer Composites and X-Bow Lauch Systems contracts and proposal compliance.
• Support Spencer and X-Bow ERP implementation
• Participate in cost and pricing reviews with Contracts and Program Management.
• Maintains, analyzes, updates, and develops various electronic and hard copy records.
• Develop, negotiate, and manage complex contracts and agreements with government agencies and industry partners.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, OTA, and other applicable regulations and policies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, finance, and program management, to support project objectives and mitigate risks.
• Analyze contract terms and conditions, identifying potential risks and opportunities for optimization.
• Prepare and present reports on contract status, performance metrics, and strategic initiatives to senior leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement in contract management processes and systems.
• Serve as a key point of contact for government contracting officers and industry partners.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related discipline, along with fifteen or more years of progressive professional experience in contract administration.
• Must have a thorough understanding of contract principles, theories, concepts, and regulations, and experience demonstrating a broad application of those practices, techniques, and standards.
• Extensive knowledge of FAR, DFARS, OTA, and other relevant regulations.
• Experience as Contracts Subject Matter Export supporting ERP implentation
• Demonstrated ability to develop effective relationships with customers and internal partners based on understanding, teamwork, and trust
• Effectively manage a high volume of proposals and negotiations, coordinate program support, and effectively communicate status and help needed to internal partners
• Ability to adapt to changing environments and situations
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Commitment to ethical standards and integrity in all business dealings.

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