Contract Management Specialist

Contract Management SpecialistTapestry Solutions, a Boeing company, comes with over 30 years of industry experience designing, implementing, training, and supporting logistics information systems. A career with the Tapestry Solutions team brings the best of both worlds: access to the incredible depth of resources and opportunities of Boeing while working in a company having a small business, family-oriented culture.We have over 500 employees worldwide supporting our customers with high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective information technology and business intelligence solutions. Tapestry Solutions supports 85 defense, commercial and government customers from over 50 US locations and nine countries.Tapestry Solutions, a part of Boeing Global Services BGS, is seeking a Contract Management Specialist in Maryland Heights, MO. Tapestry develops commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software and highly specialized custom software to meet the needs of defense, government and commercial customers. We also provide comprehensive support services, including training, maintenance and field support services. Our information management solutions help customers see the big picture and meet mission-critical objectives. From end-to-end logistics software, enterprise asset management and mission planning services, Tapestry helps customers solve complex problems and sharpen operational efficiency.In this role, you will lead proposal development, negotiation, contract and non-sales agreement formation, and contract execution for products and services in the Mission Planning Systems (MPS) portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual interested in working in a small, niche team that has long term experience in this field. This position requires the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, while being sensitive to cultural norms. You will work with a diverse range of customers which span across both defense and commercial sectors of the market. The role also supports a variety of intercompany trading relationships which includes Commercial Item Transfers at Price (CITAP) and Intercompany Work Transfers (IWT).This Contracts position will partner with the Program Managers, Global Sales & Marketing, and Estimating from pre-proposal activities to proposal and contract development for the full acquisition process to award and continuing throughout the contract execution and delivery. The role will also be required to address areas such as Tax, Treasury, Insurance, Law, and Export Compliance throughout the preparation, review and approval process. A successful candidate will research and effectively solve problems, effectively collaborate and lead acquisition teams, develop negotiation positions, and ensure proper hand-offs with the execution team.Position Responsibilities:Exercises appropriate signature authority in negotiating and contracting for the sale and support of aerospace products, services, technologies, financing and the licensing of intellectual property to support company strategiesSupport of requirements definition planning, organizing, development, and submittal of proposals and subsequent negotiation and administrationDevelop Proposal Plan of Action, coordinate and facilitate functional inputs, develop proposals, negotiate, participation in gate reviews, request proposal reviewsPresents business solutions to preserve and expand the businessRepresents the company in external negotiations to a diverse set of customersExecute contract award and post award activitiesPrepares, negotiates, executes, interprets and administers legally binding complex contractual agreementsCoordinates and partners with other internal functional disciplinesSummarizes complex contractual issues, develops creative solutions and coordination of contractual risk mitigationStrong communication and presentation skillsBasic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):Bachelor's Degree or higherWilling to travel domestically up to 10% (~a couple of nights a couple of times per year)3+ years of experience with contracts, legal, and/or procurement3+ years of experience leading or managing proposal development and negotiating commercial and/or government contracts3+ years of experience building, developing and maintaining customer relationshipsPreferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):Experience leading projects that require integration across business units and/or multiple functionsExperience working with geographically dispersed teamsExperience working in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines5+ years of experience with proposal management, strategies development and/or contract negotiations5+ years of experience using analytical, collaboration, communication and organizational skillsExperience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisitions Regulations (DFAR) or legal terms and condition in a contractAbility to work independently or as part of a teamDrug Free Workplace:We are a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.Pay & Benefits:We strive to deliver a total rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of this package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.We also provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location and date of hire.Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.Summary base pay range $63,000 – $71,000Language Requirements: Not ApplicableEducation: Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentRelocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.Export Control Requirement: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.Safety Sensitive: This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.Security Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Contingent Upon Award Program: This position is not contingent upon program awardShift: Shift 1 (United States of America)Stay safe from recruitment fraud! The only way to apply for a position at Boeing is via our Careers website. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud