Sr Specialist Contracts (MI, Muskegon)

About the Organization RENK America is a leading supplier in the defense, marine and industry sector with superior mobility, propulsion and drive train solutions. Our tradition is centered on precision-engineered systems for maximum impact, efficiency and endurance. RENK's ambition is to support each and every one of its customers to exceed standards in harsh conditions and combat situations. RENK America employs over 500 employees at our US locations in Muskegon, Michigan, Cincinnati, Ohio, Camby, Indiana and Roseville, Michigan. RENK America is driven by this sense of pride and purpose in our country and our community. Description This position plays a mission-critical role in shaping RENK America’s global business success. In this position, you will be a trusted strategic advisor—driving business outcomes, guiding risk‑mitigation strategies, and strengthening our competitive position across complex international markets. You will influence key decisions, protect company interests through expert interpretation of contractual terms, and help ensure compliance with U.S. and international regulatory requirements. This role is ideal for a proactive, internationally minded contracts professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is motivated by solving complex challenges. You will lead contractual reviews, support proposal development, partner closely with cross‑functional teams. Your expertise in regulations such as UCC, ITAR, EAR, and FCPA will help drive innovative contract solutions, enable compliant business growth, and maximize value for RENK America. You’ll join a Contracts Team where your ideas are valued, your expertise is trusted, and your contributions directly influence program objectives. If you thrive on complexity, global engagement, and contributing to international business growth, RENK America is where you can make a difference. What we do matters. We power freedom. Essential Functions Lead and support international contracts actions across varied global markets Conduct due diligence activities and develop compliant proposals aligned with company policies and customer requirements Create preferred contract positions and comprehensive compliance matrices to ensure clarity and alignment across teams Oversee multiple projects at once, delivering high-quality work in a fast‑paced and evolving environment Drive negotiation strategies for international contracts Apply working knowledge of UCC, ITAR, EAR, and other regulatory frameworks Communicate effectively across organizational levels and with international customer partners Ability to adapt in environments where priorities shift quickly Work independently with strong organizational and problem‑solving capabilities, including occasional additional hours to support customer mission‑critical deadlines Potential to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally Level/pay for this position will be commensurate with education & experience. Position Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, or related field with at least 6 years of relevant experience Graduate Degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, or related field with at least 4 years of relevant experience Skills Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Strong time management, planning, and organization skills Advanced knowledge of contract management software Preferred Additional Skills Experience working with U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) contracts Familiarity with FAR and DFARS regulations Ability to mentor others and collaborate effectively across teams Proficiency in Microsoft Teams and SharePoint RENK America is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. RENK America is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. RENK America maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. This position is currently accepting applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr