What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contracts Manager position at Mayflower Communications Company, Inc?
Contracts Manager
Mayflower Communications Company is a technology leader in the research and development of GPS (Global Positioning System) related hardware and software, including specialized receivers, anti-jam systems and other advanced products for government and commercial markets. Our ongoing work in high performance anti-jam solutions and integrated communication/navigation systems continues to create career opportunities for talented individuals interested in the development of these cutting edge technologies. Mayflower’s R&D focus includes GPS/INS systems, adaptive space-time antenna control techniques, data link receivers, attitude determination and control systems, and wireless communication systems. All positions at Mayflower require US Citizenship and the ability to obtain a DoD clearance.
Description:
Mayflower is looking for a Contracts Manager to perform all duties related to the Company’s contractual tasks. The successful candidate will bring an understanding and ability to negotiate the terms and conditions of Government and commercial contracts with customers, subcontractors, vendors and suppliers. A strong command of the Federal Acquisition Regulations/Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS), and overall contracts management functions are essential to this role. Must possess exceptional attention to detail, perform within time constraints, be flexible with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, maintain good relationships with customers and subcontractors, and liaise with Programs and Engineering managers and staff to accomplish contractual commitments and their reporting.
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Drafting responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
- Reviewing contract deliverables
- Reviewing and negotiating Prime Contracts terms/regulations
- Monitoring company compliance with contractual requirements, applicable laws, delivery schedules, payment provisions, and reporting requirements
- Reviewing Purchase Order (PO) terms with vendors
- Reviewing/negotiating Software License Agreements
- Supporting drafting, reviewing, and negotiation of Subcontracts issued by and to Mayflower
- Issuing, reviewing, and negotiating the terms of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)
- Work within various tiers of the organization, e.g., collaborate with the project managers, the engineering team, the proposal and business management teams, and customers to accomplish business goals.
Required Skills and Education:
- 5-10 years’ experience with a Bachelor’s Degree
- Demonstrated ability to review and negotiate Government and commercial contracts (CFCM and/or CPCM certification strongly preferred)
- Command of FAR/DFARs regulations
- U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain a DoD clearance
Mayflower Communications provides competitive salaries and benefits, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), profit sharing plan and health/dental/life/disability insurance. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Forward resume to:
Director of Human Resources
Mayflower Communications Company, Inc.
11 Oak Park Drive
Bedford, MA 01730
www.mayflowercom.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $1.00 - $2.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Application Question(s):
- Are you a DoD clearance eligible US Citizen?
- Are you fully prepared to work on-site at our facility?
- Do you currently reside within a reasonable commuting distance from Bedford, MA?
Work Location: In person