Description
Remote: This role is categorized as remote. This means the successful candidate may be based anywhere in the United States and is not expected to report to a GM worksite unless directed by their manager.
About GM Defense:
GM Defense delivers integrated vehicles, power and propulsion, and autonomy and connectivity solutions to global defense, security, and government markets. The exceptional reliability of GM Defense's technologies results from decades of proven performance and billions of dollars spent in independent research and development by its parent, General Motors, a world leader in global design, engineering, and manufacturing capabilities. For more information, please visit www.gmdefensellc.com .
The Role:
The Contracts Manager is a dynamic role that will include proactive contract management support on GM Defense LLC programs from capture to execution and close out. You will be responsible for leading the contracts and subcontracts management for their assigned programs reporting to the cognizant Contracts Manager responsible for that line of business. This position involves direct interfacing with internal senior leadership across the Global Organization, and external interfacing with DoD personnel, various Governmental and Non-Governmental Agencies and International customers.
The selected individual will also ensure compliance to policies, procedures and work instructions that ensure GMD is compliant with Government regulations and contract requirements while working collaboratively with the GMD core team. A comprehensive knowledge of government contract regulations and requirements is critical, as well as the ability to develop creative and innovative solutions in coordination with the Business Areas.
What You'll Do:
Lead team responsible for cradle to grave contract administration and management for assigned programs Assist with the overall implementation of sound Federal Contracting processes and procedures. Assist with Bid and Proposal Activities on assigned GMD programs. Research compliance issues, interpret regulations formulate recommendations using knowledge of FAR/DFARS and provide recommendations to stakeholders. Assist with the drafting of contractual documents including but not limited to NDA's, TA's and Subcontract Agreements. Develop and maintain process for tracking and timely closure of actions as well as changes management Manage subcontracts and support unique purchasing with establishment of compliant procurement processes and procedures and other activities as needed of their assigned programs Attend and interface in key meetings on contractual matters Maintain strong relationships with key GMD Government Contract stakeholders.
Additional Description
Your Skills & Abilities:
Bachelor's Degree with 5-7 years of progressive DoD and international Contracts Management Experience Working knowledge of the end-to end contract process (pre-award, award, post award, and contract closeout in the Government contracting industry Subcontract management experience Strong negotiations skills and demonstrated accomplishment of negotiation DoD and international contracts Strong customer relationship skill with experience in US DoD and international environment Strong leadership skill to help implement strategy and provide clear and concise direction to team day to day issues on assigned programs Intermediate level of understanding and ability to interpret and apply the Federal Acquisition Regulations and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Strong track record of contracts/subcontracts performance within an organization Demonstrated ability to achieve goals through influencing, partnering, and developing productive relationships with senior leadership and the Contracts team across the multiple business areas. Ability to effectively communicate complex contracts issues to company executives and external representatives. Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.
PLEASE NOTE:
Role subject to U.S. export control restrictions. Successful candidates must either be a U.S. Person (defined by U.S. law as a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) or a non-U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required export control authorization.
U.S. citizenship needed to obtain required Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge:
Experience working Part 12 contracting and implementing commercial technology in military applications including subcontracting Experience with Department of State Ability to quickly understand a wide variety of vehicle and engineering technologies, including both hardware and software within the automotive industry Ability to interpret and /or understand financial data Large, public company experience (at least mid-tier) in government contracting (DoD preferred)
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
Customer Focus, Learning on the Fly, Intellectual Horsepower, Action Oriented, Ethics and Values, Integrity and Trust, Functional/Technical Skills, Forward Thinking
Compensation:
The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The compensation may not be representative for positions located outside of New York, Colorado, California, or Washington.
The salary range for this role is $81,000 - $129,00. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual
performance.
Benefits:
GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.
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