Senior Manager, Contracts

L3 Harris

Northampton, MA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acoustics Systems, Business Strategy, Change Management, Communication Skills, Contract Creation, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Cross-Functional, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR), Government, Leadership, Management Strategy, Negotiation Skills, Operational Strategy, Proposal Writing, Request for Proposals (RFP), Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Secret Clearance, Strategic Planning, Team Lead/Manager, Thought Leadership, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Northampton, MA
POSTED
7 days ago
Senior Manager, Contracts Job ID 39714 L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers\' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers\' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. Job Title: Senior Manager, Contracts Job Code: 39714 Job Location:Northampton, MA Schedule: 9/80- Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager to join our Contracts organization. This role requires a recognized expert and thought leader who will manage large, complex project initiatives of strategic importance to the organization. Essential Functions: Manage a team of contracts professionals for our growing Acoustic Systems Portfolio and provide expertise, guidance, training, and leadership to implement strategies to advance critical business objectives. Responsible for RFP review and risk assessment, proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, change management and customer contract activities for assigned contracts / programs. Lead Complex negotiations to develop overarching negotiation strategies and contract management strategies to mitigate risk. Develop solutions to complex contracting issues while ensuring solutions are consistent with organization strategic and operational objectives. Provide direction to team members to address and influence major contractual and business issues encountered in the proposal and execution of contracts of all types and complexity. As Portfolio Lead, serve as contracts point of contract both internal and external to the organization Qualifications: Bachelor\'s Degree in a business or related field and minimum 9 years prior related experience or Graduate Degree with minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of prior related experience. 6+ Years\' experience with FAR, DFAR, ITAR, EAR, CAS and a wide range of contract types and efforts, e.g. CPFF, FFP, IF, AF, etc. development, production, engineering services, commercial and non-commercial, etc. Must have active Secret clearance Ability to travel when needed Preferred Additional Skills: Ability to negotiate contract terms and conditions with commercial and US Government customers. Negotiation experience with FAR Part 15 programs. Proven business negotiator while exercising sound judgement with experience engaging at high organizational levels or with persons of influence both internally and externally. Highly developed critical thinking and communication skills with ability to influence and shape favorable business outcomes. Excellent communication, presentation, team building and leadership skills, with the ability to perform in complex cross-functional business environments. Expert knowledge of FAR/DFAR regulations Experience mentoring and training junior staff members Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, statement of works, solicitations/RFPs, or government regulations Active security clearance (preferred / not required) NCMA Certification CFCM, CPCM or CCCM (preferred / not required)

About the Company

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L3 Harris

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our more than 50,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.

COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Aerospace and Defense
FOUNDED
1942
WEBSITE
http://www.rocket.com/