About the Role
The Contracts Manager is a strategic, detail-oriented role responsible for managing the full
lifecycle of all contract types across our complex, multi-brand portfolio. In this role, you will own
contract development, review, negotiation, and administration across commercial agreements,
vendor relationships, service agreements, and government contracts, serving as the primary
steward of contractual compliance and risk mitigation. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will
partner closely with business development, finance, operations, and legal teams to ensure our
agreements enable business success, protect company interests, and meet all regulatory
requirements. This position is ideal for someone analytical, proactive, and thorough, someone
who takes pride in creating contractual frameworks that enable scalable, compliant growth.
Key Responsibilities
Contract Management
Review, draft, and negotiate all contract types, including government contracts (federal,
state, local), commercial agreements, subcontracts, modifications, amendments, and
NDAs.
Monitor contract performance and ensure adherence to contractual requirements,
delivery schedules, compliance obligations, and payment terms.
Maintain comprehensive contract files and documentation in accordance with company
policies, government regulations, internal controls, and best practices.
Establish and maintain a centralized contract management repository with tracking of
key dates, obligations, renewal triggers, and risk flags.
Compliance and Risk Mitigation
Ensure compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal
Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and
other applicable laws and industry standards.
Advise leadership on contract risk areas including indemnification, limitation of liability, IP
ownership, and confidentiality; recommend mitigation strategies.
Support internal audits, DCAA/DCMA reviews, and other government oversight activities
by providing complete documentation and compliance certification.
Conduct regular contract audits and compliance assessments to identify gaps or
opportunities for improvement.
Proposal and Pricing Support
Partner with business development and finance teams on RFP/RFQ responses,
including contract terms analysis, cost/pricing proposal review, and negotiation strategy.
Analyze solicitation documents to identify critical requirements, compliance obligations,
regulatory constraints, and potential risks.
Develop contract-specific terms recommendations aligned with company risk tolerance,
margin targets, and regulatory obligations.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Strategic Initiatives
Serve as the primary liaison between the company and government contracting officers,
prime contractors, commercial partners, and key vendors.
Work across operations, finance, legal, business development, and HR teams to resolve
contract issues and interpret obligations.
Recommend process improvements for contract management, compliance tracking, and
risk monitoring across the company.
Develop and maintain contract management policies, templates, and playbooks that
scale across our portfolio brands.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Contract Management, Legal
Studies, Finance, or a related field.
Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in government contract administration,
commercial contract management, or legal/compliance roles within a commercial setting.
Regulatory Knowledge: Demonstrated expertise with FAR, DFARS, CAS, and other
government procurement regulations.
Skills: Strong track record of commercial contract negotiation, risk management, and
compliance.
Attributes: Exceptional attention to detail, analytical rigor, strong ethical judgment, and
organizational capabilities.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to
translate legal/regulatory concepts for internal stakeholders.
Systems: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, contract management systems (CLM), and
legal research tools preferred.
Adaptability: Ability to thrive independently in a fast-paced business environment and
navigate integration initiatives.