Contract Manager

Org Marketing Statement

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

The vision of Gas Turbine Fuel Systems Division is to be the global leader in the design, development, manufacture, and service of engine fuel, lubrication, and thermal management systems and components for aerospace/defense and industrial applications. By leveraging our expertise in analysis, atomization, combustion, fluid metering, and control — coupled with enterprise excellence — we will exceed customer expectations and achieve our business objectives.

SUMMARY:

Responsible for the management and supervision of a contracts team to develop, negotiate, and administer a variety of assigned contracts. Supports or leads the division and/or site contract management function by aligning and implementing effective goals, policies, and procedures, and by ensuring contractual and regulatory compliance.

Serves as a subject expert and internal consultant on overall contracting processes, regulatory requirements, negotiation techniques, and evaluation of risk. Provides oversight for assigned programs, conducts contract risk management reviews and recommendations to efficiently and cost effectively mitigate potential risks. Manages the change control process with the Business Unit Manager / Business Team Leader.

Acts as a Mentor and provides training to the Contract Management function and other functional teams, as needed.

Typically reports into a Contracts Manager. Manages a small to mid-size team of professionals. Has regular interaction within team and division leaders and with external stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manages and is accountable for the performance of assigned contracts and programs. Leads negotiations and ensures coordination within and across internal teams. May lead multi-divisional contract negotiations.
• Applies thorough knowledge of products and services and understanding of division goals and strategies in developing contracts and proposals. Supports the Division and/or site by implementing and following through on with strategic objectives and tactical goals. May participate on the Group Contracts Management Leadership Team to develop and implement strategies.
• Leads and guides the team in performing analysis, interpretation, investigation, and research of critical contractual information and data. Provides guidance on contract interpretations and in developing recommendations and negotiation alternatives.
• Evaluates the company’s contractual risk in terms of cost exposure (e.g. compensation of damages/costs associated with performance) on assigned contracts. Works with the team to mitigate risk during contract performance. Manages the contractual change control process in accordance with program management change control procedures.
• Oversees and approves task planning on assigned contracts. Approves resource requirements and effort estimates. Applies understanding of program financial reporting methods. Ensures an effective process to advise other teams of contractual flow down requirements.
• Establishes direction for functional team and direct reports. Develops and mentors others. Champions professional certification and career development for the Group contracts administration/management community.
• May execute the duties associated with Export Compliance, including division-wide Export Compliance Program. May act as Division's Export Administrator.
• Investigates and resolves compliance problems and responds to questions from internal or customer sources and government regulatory agencies.
• Coordinates training and business meetings to facilitate the exchange of information on contract reviews. Develops and implements programs to increase cross-functional knowledge and awareness of contracting requirements and policies as needed.
• Maintains and coordinates contacts with domestic and foreign civilian and military representatives, as well as customers and government agency officials. Analyzes problem/opportunity areas, structures data-gathering and evaluation of internal processes, and coordinates responses.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree (BA) in Business Administration or a related discipline. Contracts management certification required; Advanced certification preferred (e.g., National Contract Management Association (NCMA); International Association of Commercial Contract Management (IACCM) or equivalent) unless JD or MBA.
• Seven or more years of related experience, including 2 years in a project or indirect team lead role. Demonstrated experience with multiple contracts of varying complexity and scope.
• Ability to facilitate work within and across teams and varied levels of leadership and customer contacts.
• Ability to quickly identify and address critical issues of complex programs and lead the team to develop action plan to improve performance.
• Broad understanding and knowledge of contract management processes and various contract types. Thorough knowledge of regulations and laws applicable to contracts. May require in-depth knowledge in broad range of Export Regulatory Requirements.
• Able to lead process improvements; able to oversee/conduct training and rollout efforts to institutionalize process improvements.
• Proficient in contract management concepts, tools, techniques, and risk management. Understands the impact of key terms to flow down. Strong negotiation skills. Thorough knowledge of legal principles and the ability to identify high-risk contractual terms.
• Ability to create partnerships with the contract customers, end use customers, and suppliers.
• Has detailed knowledge of the product lines and marketplace associated with the fielded products in assigned contracts. Thorough knowledge of applied technology and processes included on the contracts.
• Demonstrated application of business concepts and accounting principles associated with project cost and budgetary planning/control. Thorough understanding of the relationships between basic product, program, and operational information related to contracting. Solid understanding of estimation methods, critical path analysis, and earned value techniques.
• Ability to effectively communicate and present status, actions, recommendations, and other technical information with clarity and precision. Able to respond to significant inquiries from customers, regulatory agencies, or other teams. Able to influence business decisions and negotiate resource allocation.

Effectively uses current information technology, systems, and business applications related to contracting and customer/supplier interface; is proficient with standard software (e.g. Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes), project management and database analysis tools.

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.

Conditions of Employment

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

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