Senior Contracts Administrator

Saab Automobile AB

$80K — $101K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience or a Master's/JD with 3+ years, or equivalent education and experience.
  • Expert knowledge of FAR and DFARS regulations.
  • Proactive contract management experience.
  • Excellent negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong leadership and team-building abilities.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

  • Draft complex contractual instruments as required.
  • Apply deep knowledge of contracting concepts and regulations.
  • Ensure compliance with corporate policies while seeking process improvements.
  • Manage contract volume for complex proposals efficiently.
  • Review proposals for compliance and mitigate risk effectively.
  • Draft and revise contract language per RFP requirements.
  • Support negotiation processes and serve as lead negotiator when necessary.

Benefits

  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents.
  • Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays.
  • 401(k) with employer contributions.
  • Tuition and student loan assistance available.
  • Wellness and employee assistance resources provided.
  • Employee stock purchase opportunities offered.
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage included.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Saab, Inc., in Orlando, FL is seeking a dynamic, results-oriented Senior Contracts Administrator. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of industry practices and demonstrate experience working with U.S. Government contracts governed by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and DFARS. Experience with commercial and international customers is highly preferred, along with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively engage with both internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilitiesinclude:

  • Draft moderate to complex, non-routine contractual instruments.

  • Apply expert-level knowledge of contracting concepts, the Uniform Commercial Code, public contract acquisition law and regulations, and relevant international contract law.

  • Ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures and identify opportunities for process improvement.

  • Coordinate and manage contract volume in support of major or complex proposals.

  • Review complex domestic, international, and commercial proposals for compliance with RFP requirements, with emphasis on identifying and mitigating proposal and execution risk.

  • Draft and revise contract language, including terms and conditions, in response to RFP requirements.

  • Determine appropriate flow-down provisions for subcontracts and material procurement.

  • Lead and support negotiation activities, including serving as negotiation lead for less complex efforts and acting as 9closer9 on more complex negotiations as required.

  • Utilize independent judgment and creativity to resolve complex contract issues.

  • Prepare complex contractual documentation for review by legal counsel, business units, and corporate stakeholders.

  • Participate in and contribute to process improvements and work instruction development prior to implementation.

  • Collaborate effectively with senior corporate leadership, customer and supplier executive management, and public agency executives.

  • Develop and support competitive proposal development efforts.

  • Provide mentorship, training, and technical guidance to less experienced contracts professionals, supporting skill development within the function.

  • Communicate results clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.

  • Travel up to 25% annually, both domestically and internationally.

Compensation Range: $80,900 - $101,100

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Skills and Experience:

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience, or a Master's degree/JD with 3+ years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

  • Ability to draft modified/revised language for terms and conditions in response to an RFP.

  • Working to expert knowledge of contracting concepts, including Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement).

  • Demonstrated proactive contract management experience.

  • Excellent internal and external negotiation skills.

  • Strong presentation, leadership, and team-building skills.

  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Professional certification (CCCM, CFCM, CPCM).

  • Experience working with U.S. Government international customers.

  • Experience in the aerospace and defense industry.

  • Familiarity with Oracle, SharePoint, and JIRA.

  • Experience mentoring or training junior contracts professionals.

Citizenship Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Benefits:

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.

Highlights include:

  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents

  • Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays

  • 401(k) with employer contributions

  • Tuition assistance and student loan assistance

  • Wellness and employee assistance resources

  • Employee stock purchase opportunities

  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage

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