Job Description
Remote: This role is categorized as remote. This means the successful candidate may be based anywhere in the United States and is not expected to report to a GM worksite unless directed by their manager.
About GM Defense:
GM Defense delivers integrated vehicles, power and propulsion, and autonomy and connectivity solutions to global defense, security, and government markets. The exceptional reliability of GM Defense’s technologies results from decades of proven performance and billions of dollars spent in independent research and development by its parent, General Motors, a world leader in global design, engineering, and manufacturing capabilities. For more information, please visit www.gmdefensellc.com .
The Role:
The Contracts Manager is a dynamic role that will include proactive contract management support on GM Defense LLC programs from capture to execution and close out. You will be responsible for leading the contracts and subcontracts management for their assigned programs reporting to the cognizant Contracts Manager responsible for that line of business. This position involves direct interfacing with internal senior leadership across the Global Organization, and external interfacing with DoD personnel, various Governmental and Non-Governmental Agencies and International customers.
The selected individual will also ensure compliance to policies, procedures and work instructions that ensure GMD is compliant with Government regulations and contract requirements while working collaboratively with the GMD core team. A comprehensive knowledge of government contract regulations and requirements is critical, as well as the ability to develop creative and innovative solutions in coordination with the Business Areas.
What You’ll Do:
Lead team responsible for cradle to grave contract administration and management for assigned programs
Assist with the overall implementation of sound Federal Contracting processes and procedures.
Assist with Bid and Proposal Activities on assigned GMD programs.
Research compliance issues, interpret regulations formulate recommendations using knowledge of FAR/DFARS and provide recommendations to stakeholders.
Assist with the drafting of contractual documents including but not limited to NDA’s, TA’s and Subcontract Agreements.
Develop and maintain process for tracking and timely closure of actions as well as changes management
Manage subcontracts and support unique purchasing with establishment of compliant procurement processes and procedures and other activities as needed of their assigned programs
Attend and interface in key meetings on contractual matters
Maintain strong relationships with key GMD Government Contract stakeholders.
Additional Job Description
Your Skills & Abilities:?
Bachelor’s Degree with 5-7 years of progressive DoD and international Contracts Management Experience
Working knowledge of the end-to end contract process (pre-award, award, post award, and contract closeout in the Government contracting industry
Subcontract management experience
Strong negotiations skills and demonstrated accomplishment of negotiation DoD and international contracts
Strong customer relationship skill with experience in US DoD and international environment
Strong leadership skill to help implement strategy and provide clear and concise direction to team day to day issues on assigned programs
Intermediate level of understanding and ability to interpret and apply the Federal Acquisition Regulations and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations
Strong track record of contracts/subcontracts performance within an organization
Demonstrated ability to achieve goals through influencing, partnering, and developing productive relationships with senior leadership and the Contracts team across the multiple business areas.
Ability to effectively communicate complex contracts issues to company executives and external representatives.
Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.?
PLEASE NOTE:
Role subject to U.S. export control restrictions. Successful candidates must either be a U.S. Person (defined by U.S. law as a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) or a non-U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required export control authorization.
U.S. citizenship needed to obtain required Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge:
Experience working Part 12 contracting and implementing commercial technology in military applications including subcontracting
Experience with Department of State
Ability to quickly understand a wide variety of vehicle and engineering technologies, including both hardware and software within the automotive industry
Ability to interpret and /or understand financial data
Large, public company experience (at least mid-tier) in government contracting (DoD preferred)
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
Customer Focus, Learning on the Fly, Intellectual Horsepower, Action Oriented, Ethics and Values, Integrity and Trust, Functional/Technical Skills, Forward Thinking
Compensation:
The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The compensation may not be representative for positions located outside of New York, Colorado, California, or Washington.
The salary range for this role is $81,000 – $129,00. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.
Benefits:
GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Benefits Overview
The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.
Diversity Information
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statements
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The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at
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