Contracts Manager

Contracts ManagerValkyrie Enterprises is seeking a Contracts Manager in Huntsville, AL.Responsibilities include:Cradle to grave contract administration of Federal Government contracts, Commercial contracts, Product Based Contracts and OTAs and other Non-FAR based contracts.Participates in proposal preparation, to include review of request for proposal (RFP) requirements, pricing strategies and full cost volume.Drafting, negotiating, and executing agreements.Monitoring contract performance for conformance to original proposals, compliance with legal requirements, customer specifications and Government regulations.Preparing and disseminating information regarding contract status, compliance, modifications, and contract closeout.Coordinating with corporate and line departments and customer representatives on a routine basis.Ability to organize and compile data for reporting and analytical purposes.Required Qualifications include:Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related discipline, and minimum of 4 years of prior experience in Federal Government Contracting or related field. In lieu of a degree, 6 years of equivalent related experience is required in in Federal Government Contracting or related field.Experience with Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Time and Materials (T&M), Cost Plus Incentive Fee (CPIF), and Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) type contracts.Experience with Subcontract Agreements, Teaming Agreements, Non-Disclosures and Reseller Agreements.Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and how it pertains to contracts.Ability to identify risks and issues to Senior Management; suggests alternatives or process improvements.Ability to analyze trends and interprets contract data.Strong knowledge and use of all Microsoft Office Suite products, specifically Excel skills.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent customer service attitude, communication skills, and interpersonal skills; must be able to pay attention to detail.Excellent organizational and time management skills.Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and make timely and sound decisions.Desired Qualifications include:Product Contracts and Product Pricing Experience, preferred.Proposal Development and Pricing experience, preferred.Experience with RFQs, RFPs, Delivery Orders, Modifications, Cost/Price analysis, preferred.Experience in using Deltek Costpoint software preferred, specifically in the CRM & Contracts Module, preferred.OTAs and other Non-FAR based Contracts and Pricing Experience, preferred.Travel Requirements:Minimal travel is anticipated for this position (less than 10%).Physical Requirements:Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.The employee is frequently required to walk.Required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms.Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.Required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch/crawl and talk/hear.Require moving objects up to 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Pre-Employment Requirements:Any offer of employment with Valkyrie Enterprises is contingent upon the successful completion of all applicable pre-employment requirements. Depending on the position, these may include a criminal background investigation, employment and education verification, pre-employment drug screening, driving record review, security clearance eligibility, government installation access, and any other customer or contract-specific requirements. Failure to successfully meet any required pre-employment condition may result in the withdrawal of the contingent offer of employment. Valkyrie strictly adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity.