Jr. Contracts Administrator

Overview

Why join the General Micro Systems team? Since its inception in 1979, General Micro Systems has been a leader in the embedded computing market, becoming the oldest supplier of embedded computers in the world. GMS strives to provide customers with the solutions they need - at the lowest possible price without compromising quality or customer service. The expertise of our GMS team and our commitment to utilizing modern technologies in product development have resulted in media recognition for our innovations and more ‘Product of the Year’ awards than all our competitors combined.

We pride ourselves on a work environment where employees respect and support each other, and employee growth and development are supported by management.

• Well Being
  :
  Benefits offered
• Growth
  : GMS seeks to provide our employees with growth and advancement, and we encourage promotion from within
• Paid Time Off provided annually:
  • 1 – 3 weeks of accrued vacation based on length of employment
  • 56 hours of sick leave
  • Up to 3 Floating Holidays for personal observances
  • 10 Company observed Holidays
• Medical plans:
  Anthem HMO and PPO, Dental Plans options, Anthem Vision Plan
• Tuition reimbursement: 50% following approval of courses (requirements apply)
• Company paid Life Insurance
• 401K plan
• Standard work week:
  Monday – Friday

Salary Range: $70,500 to $75K

The Junior Contract Administrator reviews and evaluates proposals, works with the Senior Contract Administrator on negotiating subcontract provisions, and administers resulting government/commercial/international/turnkey subcontracts. Coordinates additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts in accordance with company policy, legal requirements, completes customers’ contractual documents to be approved by the Senior Contracts’ Administrator.

Nothing in this job description restricts management s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Conduct reviews, analyze solicitation requirements, coordinate and develop proposal responses
• Review and recommend contractual terms and conditions; identify issues and develop solutions; advise management of contractual rights and obligations
• Evaluate compliance with contracts, governmental law, FAR, DFAR, ITAR and company policies
• Risk analysis and mitigation by negotiating terms to minimize risk and maximize profits
• Research, analyze, coordinate, develop, produce and maintain contract documentation (contracts, subcontracts, NDAs, modifications, tasks, cost/price analyses, etc.)
• Perform contract/subcontract administration and file audits during pre-award, award, and post-award phases
• Recommend subcontract policies and procedures
• Interact with multiple internal managers and external customers
• Interact with Sales and Accounting to establish new customers
• Perform dynamic screening on companies to ensure they are not on denied lists
• Other duties as assigned

• Experience working with the Federal Government – advantage
• Expert working knowledge of FAR, DFAR and ITAR
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline (Law Degree and/or CPCM a plus)
• 1-2 years of professional experience working with customers and reviewing customers’ documents

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Detail oriented with ability to balance multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to plan, prioritize and organize work, adhere to deadlines, follow instructions and policies
• Conscientiousness in completing work timely and accurately
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Initiative and ownership of assignments/projects
• Reliable attendance with limited unscheduled absences
• Professional appearance and behavior aligned with GMS policies
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with all levels
• Remain poised, professional and diplomatic under pressure
• Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook,…