Contracts Business Manager

Job Description - Contracts Business Manager (336564)

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System's Legal business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

Textron Systems is currently seeking a Contracts Business Manager with seven to twelve years of contract experience. In addition to providing contract leadership, advice and support to management and programs teams, the candidate will be responsible for all aspects of contract management throughout the entire contracting process, from pre-proposal activities through contract closeout.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary customer interface and official point of contact for all contractual matters during all phases of contract formation and administration.
• Reviews terms and conditions to identify and recommend mitigation strategies for potential areas of risk, to include acceptance criteria, delivery requirements, warranty, intellectual property, termination provisions, indemnification and all other potential risk areas.
• Participate in bid / no bid decisions, provide guidance on proposal development strategies, participate in proposal color reviews, maintain cost or pricing data records for TINA compliance, support fact-finding and agency audits, and lead negotiation teams.
• Proactively manage and administer a variety of contracts (government / commercial, domestic / international) of all types (cost reimbursement, fixed price, incentive, award fee, IDIQ, T&M, etc.) and modifications thereto; prepare and coordinate business correspondence; generate required contract related reports; and maintain accurate and complete contract files and records for the company.
• Remain actively engaged with, and serve as an integral member of, assigned management and program teams. Develop strong interfaces with personnel in other functional areas and maintain close contact with appropriate levels of management as necessary to be effective.
• Identify, manage and negotiate contract changes, and coordinate resolution of contract issues internally and externally.
• Actively manage and oversee the process of closing out completed contracts.
• Ensure contract management activities are conducted in accordance with company policies and procedure, applicable laws and regulations, and customer requirements.
• Serve as an integral member of the Textron Systems Legal and Contracts organization and forge a close working relationship with Legal department members.
• Actively pursue continuing education opportunities to remain abreast of industry trends and changes to contracting laws, regulations and practices.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, applying Six Sigma principles and concepts where appropriate.
• Perform other contracts-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace.

Are you a Military Veteran?

Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including US Citizenship, for access to classified information.

Preference given to Veterans of the U. S. Armed Forces.

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