Sr. Contract Specialist

Reviews / prepares proposals, bids, RFP's, contracts, amendments, change proposals and other related documentation and reports for applicability and acceptability · Researches historical data to ensure compliance with appropriate laws / regulations, corporate and GDC4S policy / procedures · Reviews and provides input to internal work authorizations · Analyzes contract requirements, special provisions, terms and conditions to ensure implementation is in compliance with contractual obligations, proper subcontract flowdown requirements, applicable law/regulations and internal policy/procedures. · Drafts and negotiates contractual instruments commensurate with the skills of this job level · Negotiates favorable conditions for cash management and profit/fee earning potential · Administers correspondence, reports, contract submittals to ensure timely and coordinated responses and compliance with terms and conditions · Advises and supports business team on issues / developments relative to assigned contracts · Monitors program performance for scope changes and takes appropriate action · Builds customer relationships and knows customer needs and issues · Assists in Technical Transfer Review Board submissions · Conducts research to support audits as necessary · Reviews contract status reports for reasonableness · Ensures signature authorities in accordance with policy
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree or the equivalent experience is required. · In addition a minimum of 4 years of directly related experience is required. A minimum of 6 years experience is preferred.· Working knowledge of procurement law / regulations and legal concepts. · Working knowledge of policies/procedures. · Good analytical, written and communication skills. · Ability to draft simple contractual instruments · Skilled in negotiation of contracts of low to moderate risk / complexity. · Judgment and creativity to identify and resolve contract issues, and ability to identify where more expert guidance is required. · Acquainted with Intellectual Property issues · Accurate · Good computer skills · Strong knowledge of basic business principles Applicant must be a US Citizen.