Sr Contracts Manager

Sr Contracts Manager

Bothell, Washington, United States

Oversees contract lifecycle, assisting with regulatory and compliance initiatives, contract negotiations, program change order analysis and support. Manages programs, ensuring they are performed and delivered according to contract requirements. Develops client relationships, identifies and mitigates risks through working closely with the program execution team. Monitors compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and assists in the development of strategies to enhance governance practices.

Contract Management

• Lead or support the drafting, negotiation, and review of a wide variety of contracts, including for employees, vendors, clients, NDAs, consulting, real property agreements, and professional services agreements.
• Manage and enhance Greenpoint's contract management system solution, including prompt filings and tagging, and accurate tracking of renewals, expirations, and obligations. Maintain Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and visual controls and assist with regular reporting to internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to track contractual obligations, resolve complex contractual issues, and align with company policies and strategic objectives.
• Works closely with Client Services in support of warranty administration and closing out delivery commitments in support of contractual compliance.
• Ensures aircraft redelivery is conducted in accordance with contractual terms and conditions and manages contracting with redelivery service providers as needed such as, but not limited to, for pilots, fuel, fixed based operators, and tax exemption.
• Actively participates in Daily Contracts Tag-up and maintains visual board to identify and mitigate risk exposure.
• Coordinates the gathering of information, materials, documents, reports, and evidence necessary to respond to discovery and overall litigation management.
• Oversees all Greenpoint insurance policies, conducts gap analysis periodically and project-specific insurance analysis and as necessary help Insurance Focal for Greenpoint.
• Acts as back-up to key team members as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

Regulatory, Governance and Compliance Support

• Collaborate with legal team and internal stakeholders to develop and execute compliance programs including those related to trade compliance, export control, and client and supplier screening.
• Monitor and track regulatory changes, ensuring that the organization remains compliant with all relevant laws, standards, and industry regulations.
• Conducts legal research and analyzes case law in all areas of contract law, and assists Director, Contracts in developing and publishing legal policies such as FCPA and trade compliance policies.
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities within the organization's operations.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and revision of corporate policies and procedures to align with best practices and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with internal and external audit teams, providing documentation and evidence as needed to demonstrate compliance and adherence to governance standards.
• Develop, implement and maintain incident response plans to effectively address and mitigate risks.
• Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on governance, risk, and compliance matters, fostering a culture of awareness and accountability.
• Identify opportunities for enhancing governance processes and recommend improvements to reduce risk exposure and enhance operational efficiency.

Leadership

• Mentors Contract Associates and Contracts Managers, as appropriate, needed, or instructed, to ensure flow down of Lessons Learned and knowledge transfer.
• Contributes to a positive work atmosphere by displaying Green Behaviors and communication focused on building effective working relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.
• Maintains regular attendance including being at work, being on time to work, logging in hours timely, and working full shifts.
• Participates in, and contributes positively, to leadership meetings.
• Models the way for junior employees.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Greenpoint Core Competencies

• Adaptability
  - Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and accepts constructive criticism/feedback and changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
• Communications
  - Expresses ideas and thoughts effectively in verbal and written form, exhibits good listening and comprehension, keeps others informed and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Dependability
  - Responds to requests for service and assistance, follows instruction and responds to management direction, takes responsibility for own actions and doing the best job possible, keeps commitments, and maintains reliable attendance.
• Initiative
  - Sets and achieves challenging goals,…