Contracts Negotiator

Overview:

Aston Carter has an immediate opening for a Contracts Negotiator at the global headquarters in Hanover, MD.

Job Summary:

The Contracts Negotiator / Manager is responsible for assisting in defining, developing and implementing policies and practices necessary for contract negotiation and compliance. He/she will support the Finance Team and Legal in making decisions, by providing Contractual guidance towards successful negotiations while minimizing Company risk. He/she will work closely with all departments within the organization to establish accurate and timely contractual set-up. He/she will assist in developing and implementing contractual relationships through the proposal, contract negotiation, award, administration and closeout phases. He/she shall be responsible for successful negotiation and execution of agreements/subcontracts for existing and new clients.

Essential Functions:

• Contract negotiations

• Tracking of all Contractual Documents and creation of Contract Summary documents

• Business risk management and contract compliance

• Contract administration and compliance program best practices

• Provide support to Finance team in making go/no-go decisions

• Signature authority on Contracts (including Modifications), Teaming Agreements, and Non-Disclosure Agreements

Minimum Education/Abilities/Skills:

• Degree in Business or related field is required

• Government Experience preferred

Competencies:

• Negotiating

• Problem Solving

• Dealing with Ambiguity

• Collaboration

• Action Oriented

• Communication

• Customer Focus

• Business Acumen