Overview

HYBRID opportunity

Sr. Contracts Administrator

$94K-$112K

(Ideal locations: Chantilly, VA, or Tulsa, OK)

Position Overview

The Contracts Administrator manages multiple projects. This position is responsible for drafting, reviewing, and assisting or leading negotiations on all standard and non-standard contracts that are required for the organization's business needs. In this role you will also be responsible for preparing and maintaining standard form contracts for recurring business needs. 

REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree and 7 years of relevant contract drafting experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be a detail-oriented self-starter with excellent oral and written communication skills who can work with a minimum of supervision.
• Must be proficient with various software applications such as MS Access, Word, and Excel.
• Must possess the problem-solving skills and creativity necessary to define specific contractual requirements and reach mutual agreements.
• Must be able to work on multiple projects concurrently and be able to prioritize assignments based on internal customer needs.
• Must be able to maintain the highest level of professionalism, confidence, and integrity while directly dealing with all levels of internal customers, ranging from individual contributors to CEO.
• Must be able to maintain the highest level of professionalism and integrity while dealing with a wide range of external customers. 
• Advanced negotiation and diplomacy skills are critical in dealing with external contacts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drafts, reviews, and assists or leads negotiations on all standard and non-standard contracts that are required for business needs. 
• Prepares and maintains standard form contracts for recurring business needs. 
• Assists Purchasing in identifying the need and implementing master purchase or service agreements with strategic vendors. 
• Ensures all contract provisions are in compliance with internal policies and requirements.
• Coordinates internal review by all affected parties and obtain internal and external signatures in accordance with company signature authority. 
• Coordinates review and preparation with outside legal counsel when necessary.
• Maintains CNB’s central library of all original contracts, related documentation, and correspondence, as well as CNB’s contract database containing key contract elements.
• Provides periodic reporting of contract activity, including notice of expiration, status of pending agreements, and compliance with insurance provisions. 
• Assists department heads and executives with contract interpretations and resolution as needed. 
• Assists on special projects as assigned. 
• Participates in making decisions regarding contract content.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.