Job Description

As a Contracts Specialist, you will:

• Work on and support the M88 Hercules program requiring independent action and a high degree of initiative to resolve issues as well as an understanding of and compliance with company policies and procedures;
• Interact with other functions to gather, interpret, analyze, and develop recommended strategies and present information on assigned contracts;
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge and working understanding of US Government contracting trends and information, US Department of Defense Acquisition and Procurement environment, the BAE Systems Contracts function and relevant company policies and procedures, Defense contracting methods and export;
• Support proposal activities including, but not limited to: analyzing solicitations, preparing summaries and developing strategies and recommendations based on the analysis, with attention to the financial and business risk of the proposed effort, participating in all proposal team meetings, preparing the terms, conditions and assumptions upon which the proposal may be submitted, reviewing the technical and pricing proposals for accuracy and consistency, conducting overall business risk analysis and preparing the proposal documents for submittal to the Customer;
• Research and make recommendations on proposal and contract language. Ensure that all necessary reviews, recommendations and terms, with minimal direction and guidance needed;
• Lead contract negotiations and collaborate with customers in definitizing and completing the contract under general guidance;
• Advise management of contractual rights and obligations, risk mitigation alternatives and business strategy;
• Perform all aspects of assigned contract or purchase order-processing including, but not limited to: accuracy of order entry data, contract funding, scope changes, contract amendments, receipts and delivery schedules, legal requirements and other commitments;
• Participate in final stages of assigned contracts by: (1) verifying completion of all commitments, and (2) performing assigned activities associated with contract closeout;
• Maintain logs of proposals and other data as required and assist in data collection for monthly/quarterly reporting to Management;
• Compile and maintain all required contractual records and documents in accordance with contract requirements and Company policies and procedures;
• Act as primary point of contact between the Company and the Customer for all contractual matters on assigned contracts. Develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with external Customers;
• Support Program Managers, Product Line Directors, and Business Area leads and provide contracts advice and counsel to Company management, as required.

May work extended hours or weekends. Occasional travel, both domestic and international, as necessary to support the business.

May manage personnel, their workloads and their development plans for future growth;

Open to candidates in Sterling Heights, MI

This is a Hybrid position that would require being on-site 3 days a week.

This position has a 9/80 schedule that you will have every other Friday off.

Required Skills and Education

This position will lead the day-to-day management of complex proposal and contract activities in accordance with company policies, legal and customer requirements with limited guidance or supervision from the Contracts Manager. Interpret and communicate business commitments and alternatives to program team and management. Position requires an extensive knowledge of government and commercial contracting methods, applicable laws and regulations. May guide work of lower grade contracting employees. Develop and maintain professional and critical relationships with both internal and external customers.

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook);

Preferred Skills and Education

- Maintain an in-depth knowledge and working understanding of the US Government Acquisition and Procurement environment, the BAE Systems Contracts function and relevant company policies and procedures, commercial contracting methods, FAR/DFARS, export and other government regulations.
- Independently lead and support proposal activities including, but not limited to analysis of solicitations, preparing summaries and developing strategies and recommendations based on the analysis, with attention to the financial and business risk of the proposed effort, participating in all proposal team meetings, preparing the terms, conditions and assumptions upon which the proposal may be submitted, reviewing the technical and pricing proposals for accuracy and consistency, conducting overall business risk analysis and preparing the proposal documents for submittal to the Customer.
-- Responsibilities also include coordinating with other company functions as required to ensure appropriate reviews are conducted, scheduling required reviews, and obtaining required review and approval signatures prior to submittal of proposals or execution of contractual documents.
- Perform all aspects of assigned contract or purchase order processing including, but not limited to, accuracy of order entry data, contract funding, scope changes, contract amendments, receipts and delivery schedules, legal requirements and other commitments.
- Compile and maintain all required contractual records and documents in accordance with contract requirements and Company policies and procedures.

Schedule will be 9/80 work week.
**Must be able to be onsite for 2-3 days a week**

Required Education, Experience, & Skills :
Required education: Associates degree plus 5 years of relevant Contract Management or Supply Chain Management experience.

Excellent communication Skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills :
Bachelor's Degree

NCMA Certification in Contracts Management