Contract Specialist SPY-1

Job Description The Contract Specialist will be responsible for the review, drafting and finalization of commercial contract documents, customer order processing, obtaining signatures or approvals, complying with Accounting requirements, and other administrative tasks as assigned. Works closely and collaboratively with Contracts, Accounting and Sales team members. Offers expertise and guidance to contract, sales, operations, and program management staff on contractual issues and collaborates with accounting staff to correctly identify and address Accounting-related issues on customer orders. Offers guidance on contractual matters and complies with all applicable company policies and procedures. Reports on unexecuted contracts and maintains active status of contracts. Essential Job Functions Drafts, revises, finalizes, processes, and spots issues in purchase orders (comparing to Sales quotes), NDAs, Sales Agreements, Teaming Agreements and other documents containing terms and conditions. Creates and maintains proper contract files within Share Point and on Contracts drive. Good understanding of IT industry, software products, support and services, the sales cycle, accounting processes, and general business practices. Highly motivated, detail-oriented, strong team contributor: able to work independently and cross-functionally. Ability to handle multiple tasks, take on new responsibilities and prioritize work in a dynamic, deadline-intensive environment. Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel. Proficient in Share Point and Salesforce databases. Job Skills Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company standards. Ability to interact effectively with peers, managers and supervisors. Ability to interact appropriately with customers when necessary. Ability to adhere to workplace rules. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree minimum education level needed. 5 years minimum of job-related experience. Must have the ability to negotiate commercial agreements and draft contract terms and conditions. Must have an understanding of Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) and Accounting issues as they relate to contracts. International contracting experience is preferred but not required. Job Benefits Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage Life/AD&D & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance 401(k) Savings Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Paid Time-Off (PTO) Holidays Education Reimbursement Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Veterans, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. EEO Is The Law Disability Accessibility Accommodation: If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io. Any inquiries not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded. Pay Transparency The company will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Job Applicant Privacy Notice For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kratos Defense and Security Solutions