Contracts Administrator I

Responsibilities and Tasks:


* Under the direct supervision of a Contract Manager, will develop skills to maintain contracts/subcontracts for various products and services from proposal development through product/service delivery and final closeout of the contract.


* Participates in proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to develop proper contract fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.


* As part of the business team during contract negotiations with the customer, the Contract Administrator I will observe how experts advise management of contractual rights and obligations and then recommend actions to mitigate contract risk.


* During contract performance, will learn how to interpret terms and conditions and how to monitor performance against contract requirements and obligations.


* As part of proposal preparation, may be asked to examine estimates of material, equipment, services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules for accuracy and completeness, ensuring all meet government regulations.


* Essential functions to be developed and measured include, but are not limited to, producing contractual letters, narratives for contract changes, conducting contract negotiations, contractual interpretation of order requirements and agreements, billing support, upkeep of assigned contract files, and tracking all internal/external contractual obligations.


* Become knowledgeable and able to implement and maintain the SalesForce software for Elbit Systems; coordinate all data input, assure accuracy, and produce reports as requested.

Be responsive to Business Unit and Senior Management requests for information and help align reports for strategic analysis and direction.


* Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education, Experience/Knowledge & License/Certification:


* A bachelor's degree is preferred


* An associate's degree is required


* Specific Degree Field Preferred: Business Administration


* Entry-level functional experience (using skill set) is required


* Entry-level management experience is required


* 1-3 years of industry experience is required


* Training Pre-requisites (Within One Year of Taking Position):


* ESD


* Safety Training, as dictated by the Safety Department

Skills and Abilities:


* Extensive organization and time management skills


* Must have the ability to prioritize work in a dynamic environment


* Strong oral and written communication skills required


* Must be proficient with MS Word and Excel


* Working knowledge of SalesForce software


* Knowledge of PowerPoint, Project, and Access is highly desirable


* Candidate must be a US person

This position will not require a Security Clearance

#LI-BL1This job description does not list all job duties.

You may be asked by your...