Director of Contracts

Director Of Contracts

Toyon Research Corporation, a research and development defense contractor, is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Contracts to lead our contracts administration team with growing volume and complexity of defense industry business opportunities. The Director of Contracts is responsible for leading and overseeing the contracts management function, ensuring compliance with all contractual obligations and government regulations, and facilitating company success in bidding and performance. This individual will play a critical role in guiding the contracts team and technical performer teams through the full lifecycle of contracts, from proposal to closeout, and aligning actions with corporate policies and federal acquisition regulations (FAR / DFARS). Additionally, the position includes responsibility for subcontracts, procurement and government property administration through a subordinate senior manager. This position is an opportunity for a highly qualified candidate to lead an established, effective contracts organization in a growing company. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in contract negotiations, risk management, and program oversight within the defense sector, along with a commitment to ensure continuity of effective practices and culture.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and manage the contracts department, ensuring the effective administration of all contracts from proposal to closeout
• Oversee and further develop practices in the related areas of subcontracts, procurement, government property, and corporate insurance
• Act in the role of contracts administrator and primary point of contact for certain contracts and clients as staffing and demand evolves
• Provide strategic guidance on contract terms and conditions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and risk management strategies
• Lead contract negotiations with government agencies, prime contractors, and subcontractors as necessary or not otherwise delegated
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including legal, program management, finance, and compliance, to ensure contract terms are properly executed and adhered to
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to optimize contract and procurement functions, ensuring efficiency and regulatory compliance
• Monitor contract performance and advise contract performers to ensure timely delivery of all contract deliverables, including reports, milestones, and compliance audits. Identify and mitigate risks as needed.
• Stay current on changes to FAR, DFARS and other government regulations, and ensure that the company is fully compliant
• Lead the training and development of staff within the contracts, subcontract, procurement, and government property areas
• Handle disputes, claims, assertion of data rights, reps and certs, and contract performance issues; work closely with legal counsel and other stakeholders as needed

Requirements :

We Offer An Exceptional Employee Benefits Package!

The annual pay range for the Director of Contracts position is $175,000 to $225,000. The posted pay range values provide the candidate with guidance on annual base compensation for the position, at a full time level of effort, exclusive of overtime, bonus, and benefits-related compensation, over a range of qualifications that may fit hiring objectives. Toyon Research Corporation will consider the individual candidate's education, work experience, applicable knowledge, skills and training, among other factors, when preparing an offer of employment. Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability and Veterans Ref #2519-J