Contracts & Procurement Manager 16812748

Contracts & Procurement Manager (Government Contracting)
Reston, VA | Remote Flexibility Available
Temp-to-Perm (3-Month TTP)

A fast-growing organization supporting U.S. Government contracts is seeking an experienced Contracts & Procurement Manager to lead procurement operations, contract administration, and vendor management. This individual will serve as a key resource ensuring compliance with federal regulations and supporting operational and strategic objectives in a highly regulated environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive professional who can operate both strategically and tactically—partnering cross-functionally to manage contract risk, drive procurement efficiencies, and support audit readiness.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Management

• Draft, review, negotiate, and administer a wide range of contracts, including vendor agreements, subcontracts, NDAs, and service agreements
• Maintain contract documentation, including renewals, amendments, and compliance records
• Monitor contractual obligations and ensure timely execution of deliverables and milestones
• Identify and mitigate contractual and commercial risks
• Partner with legal counsel on complex agreements and dispute resolution
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and Defense Industrial Base (DIB) requirements

Procurement & Purchasing

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes for goods, services, and subcontracted work
• Source, evaluate, and onboard vendors based on cost, quality, and performance
• Negotiate pricing and terms to optimize value and cost efficiency
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships and performance standards
• Ensure purchasing aligns with budgets and organizational policies

Process Improvement & Compliance

• Establish and enhance procurement and contract management procedures and controls
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations and cybersecurity standards (CMMC, NIST SP 800-171)
• Support audit readiness and reporting related to procurement and contracts
• Track procurement metrics, spend analytics, and vendor performance

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Collaborate with Operations, Legal, Finance, Engineering, and Leadership teams
• Support RFPs, bid packages, scope reviews, and vendor selection processes
• Provide guidance on procurement best practices and contractual obligations
• Present contract and procurement insights to leadership, including risk exposure and readiness reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of experience in procurement, contracts administration, or supply chain management
• Strong experience managing vendor and subcontractor agreements in a fast-paced environment
• Solid understanding of contract negotiation and risk management
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement/accounting systems

Preferred Experience

• Experience within government contracting, construction, engineering, manufacturing, or project-based industries
• Familiarity with FAR, DFARS, CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, ITAR/EAR, and compliance frameworks
• Experience building procurement processes or improving operational workflows
• Exposure to federal or grant-funded procurement environments

Additional Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Ability to pass a background investigation
• Must comply with company security and data protection standards