Contracts Manager, SLED

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A Brief Overview

The Contract Manager - SLED provides essential contract management support to the SLED Account Teams (P&Ls) as assigned. The role of the Contract Manager is to ensure that SLED transactions are awarded in compliance with applicable law, regulation or policy, and in accordance with WWT's position/interest under the applicable government customer solicitation or its equivalent. The responsibilities of the Contract Manager primarily focus on Tactical Sales (Statement of Work and/or associated Purchase Orders), including the review of bid/proposal submissions for contract compliance, approval of corresponding awards, and post-award contract administration.

Job Responsibilities

Tactical Sales Contract Management

• Assist, review and advise SLED Account Teams (P&L) and Sales Support organizations on contract-related issues during bid submissions, including: deal structure and contract compliance guidance; appropriate internal stakeholder involvement
• Ensure internal processes result in contractually compliant bid submissions
• Review and approve Purchase Order (PO) awards for both contractual accuracy and WWT’s position/interest; depending on level of experience assist/lead issue resolution to include inconsistent terms, agreement redline/negotiation with partners.
• Review for approval all contract administrative actions not requiring higher level (contracts and/or legal) review (e.g., POs, modifications, PoP extensions, closeouts, funding changes, option exercises, etc.)
  
  

Post-Award Lifecycle Contract Management

• Serve as WWT POC to Customer (external) for post-award contract administration issues; depending on level of experience assist/lead resolution of performance and compliance issues to include changes orders, REAs and related pricing disputes, contract close-out/reconciliation, etc.
• Serve as internal POC for post-award contract management issues, in coordination with WWT PMO, finance and legal departments as applicable, to include contract interpretation, contract funding, change orders and contract amendments, contract reporting, close out process, maintenance of contract files
  
  

As assigned: WWT-held Contract Management Functions, including:

• Execute basic contract management functions, per contact requirements, to ensure managed using best practices to achieve optimum sales and past performance metrics in a compliant manner
• Provide contracting/sales enablement guidance and advice across outside sales teams, including business development efforts
• Participate, as requested by Contract, BD/Proposal and/or Sales leadership, in strategic business planning applicable to contract use
• Support Sales and/or BD/Proposal Teams responsible for master contract pursuit efforts
  
  

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Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Business, Finance or related field preferred
• A minimum of 5 years' progressive experience in a related field required
• 5 years experience in SLED contract administration and compliance, including the following
• Capability to review and understand terms and conditions, analyze contract scope, and implement processes that ensure compliance with SLED contracts
• Ability to monitor, coach and correct WWT internal and external sales teams’ actions to ensure compliance with contract
• Ability to develop creative yes compliant strategies to maximize WWT sales/contract use in accordance with sales goals
• Ability to read, interpret and apply government contracting law and regulation (e.g., FAR and DFAR); developing SME on Federal/State competition rules, unique rules for IT/OEM licensing bids in SLED space, pricing regulations such as CAS, federal OCI and market research regulations, etc.
• Strong PC skills (MS Office) Salesforce; Oracle; WWT internal apps
• Strong analytical and organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to multi-task, prioritize and perform work in required time frames; ability to communicate effectively and in a timely manner
• Ability to make business decisions using sound judgment while complying with policies, procedures, and applicable Federal laws and regulations
• Sound interpersonal and conflict resolution skills for effective negotiation
  
  

The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all

full-time employees:

• Health and Wellbeing: Health, Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
• Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off: PTO and Sick Leave (starting at 20 days per year) & Holidays (10 per year), Parental Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement
• Additional Perks: Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program
  
  

We strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication. Our goal is to cultivate a culture of belonging that encourages innovation, collaboration, and respect for all team members, ensuring that WWT remains a great place to work for All!

Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $70,720 to $88,400 annually. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base pay.

If you have any questions or concerns about this posting, please email taposting@wwt.com.