Contracts Manager- Procurement

Title: Contracts Manager- Procurement
Location: Vienna, Virginia
Duration: Initial 6 months contract with extensions
Compensation: $55.00- $60.00/hr
Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or or Authorized to work in US

Open to hybrid in Vienna, VA. 
Contractor - Contract Manager
 
Responsibilities:

• Support Procurement team’s objectives by negotiating, executing, negotiating, and managing commercial contracts for the acquisition of technology- related products and services
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts in the area of technology across different product categories. Experience with cloud services and artificial intelligence (AI) terms negotiations is a bonus
• Lead negotiations on contract modifications with stakeholder input
• Assist internal stakeholders with contractual matters, requirements, risk
• management, and mitigation strategies
• Ensure the level of effort and attention to detail is commensurate with the complexity, value, and risk associated with acquisition
• Establish an acquisition strategy to include the type of contract, milestones, and business requirements
• Coordinates review of contracts or purchase agreements with Procurement
• Management and in conjunction with Office of General Counsel, as required
• In conjunction with the Business Unit, analyzes vendor proposals and price quotes Performs cost or price analysis, including review of cost breakdowns to determine reasonableness
• In conjunction with the Business Unit, develops negotiation objectives and leads negotiations related to contract pricing, terms and conditions with potential contractors. As appropriate, confers with offices of General Counsel, and subject matter experts
• Prior to contract execution, meets with Business Units and vendor and reviews key
• contract terms, conditions, and requirements including deliverables, and timelines
• Interprets contract provisions for Business Units and provides appropriate guidance
• Leads negotiations on contract modifications
• Closes out the contract or issues termination notices and reviews settlement proposals
• Presents alternatives and recommendations to solve unique and complex problems
• Ensure clear, concise, and effective communication
• Anticipates issues and identifies solutions

 
Ǫualifications/Education:

• In depth knowledge of and direct experience with commercial contracts and
• contract law, terms, and conditions
• Experience in acquisition planning, strategy development, negotiations, contract management and administration, pricing analysis, and acquisition related requirements
• Significant knowledge of commercial and business practices to develop, execute
• and manage contracts
• Significant knowledge evaluating and mitigating risk in contracts
• Skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions
• Effective word processing and spreadsheet software skills
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced knowledge of cost containment strategies
• Ability to multitask and work effectively, both independently and in a team environment, ensuring timely completion of assignments and meeting established standards
• Advanced research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Effective skill interacting tactfully and effectively in complex negotiations with
• multiple stakeholders and priorities
• Bachelor’s degree or above in Business, Contract Management, Information
• Technology, or related field. Highly desirable: Juris Doctor

Our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive pay, 401(k)
• Retirement plan
• …and much more!

 
About INSPYR Solutions:
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients’ business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.
 
INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the comp any has facilities.
 

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