Senior Contracts Manager

Oddball believes that the best products are built when companies understand and value the things they are working on. We value learning and growth and the ability to make a big impact at a small company. We believe that we can make big changes happen and improve the daily lives of millions of people by bringing quality software to the federal space. 

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on, federally focused, Senior Contracts Manager who will assist Oddball with maturing our fast paced, high growth company. This role has the potential to become Director of Contracts. 

Working hand in hand with our management and growth teams to oversee all things pertinent to the successful oversight , submission and partnership management of federal bids and contracts, this is our subject matter expert on an incredibly important vertical at Oddball. 

What you'll be doing:

• Provide overall contract compliance of assigned tasks in accordance with contract requirements, company policy and procedures, and applicable laws

• Provide advice and counsel to counterparts and less experienced Contracts staff

• Develop or review prime contract flow down documents to ensure compliance with prime contract requirements and to minimize company liability

• This role will serve as the primary interface between government contracting professionals and program leaders and managers

• Negotiate and administer contracts with the U.S. federal government

• Provide subcontracting support with prime contractors, both small and large

• Administer and coordinate teaming and non-disclosure agreements and develop Organizational Conflict of Interest plans as applicable

• Review solicitations for risks and identify any compliance issues with terms and conditions

• Advise on legal requirements, customer specifications, and government regulations

• Serve as an authorized and empowered team member of the Company with signature authority who interfaces with Customer contracting officers

• Administer all post-proposal activities such as audits, contract negotiation, and award. Work with customers and staff to track and expedite contract award. Maintain detailed records of all information exchanged and results of each action

• Maintain current and accurate data in the contracts database on proposal and contract status/information

• Advise program management of contractual rights and obligations; maintain company contract file and historical information under established procedures

• Manage contractual data in ERP/Accounting system, including contract setup

• Other duties, as assigned

What you’ll bring:

• 10+ years of experience with contract administration, negotiations, and proposal support in the government contracting sector

• Reviews and manages all contractual obligations across parties and ensures compliance with all terms and conditions

• Experienced with all contract types to include firm-fixed-price, T&M, cost reimbursable, BPAs, GWACs, and agency IDIQs

• Experienced with tracking and creating Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI) mitigation plans

• Excellent negotiation skills, including experience negotiating complex terms and conditions

• Manage contract vehicle compliance including support of audits, monitoring and reporting, renewals, and negotiations

• Experience reviewing RFP/RFQ terms and conditions, Statement of Objectives, Performance work statements for risk and proposing mitigation strategies

• Experience establishing and maintaining agreements that include Joint Ventures, mentor protégé, teaming and sub-contract agreements

• Knowledge of federal government contracting and FAR regulations

• Develop and maintain communications with government stakeholders including collecting and maintaining CPARS for prime contract programs

• Experience with managing and delivering work products in a fast-paced environment

• Experience managing enterprise contract portfolio that include various contract types, scope and requirements

• Must have the interpersonal skills to deal effectively with executive management and staff regarding Contracts

• Ability to work both independently as well as part of a team of contract professionals and display a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner

• Ability to identify problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and makes recommendations

• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely using a variety of styles and techniques appropriate to the audience

• Proficient in Excel/Word/PowerPoint

Requirements:

• Must be a US Citizen and able to work domestically 

• Must be able to attain low-level security clearance 

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree

Benefits:

• Fully remote

• Tech & Education Stipend

• Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Company Match 401(k) plan

• Flexible PTO, Paid Holidays

Oddball is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, religion, color, disability, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Any applicant with a mental or physical disability who requires an accommodation during the application process should contact an Oddball HR representative to request such an accommodation by emailing hello@Oddball.io

Compensation:

At Oddball, it’s important each employee is compensated competitively and fairly. In alignment with state legal requirements. A range for the included position is listed below. Be advised, actual offer details are determined by job category, job location, and candidate skill level.

United States Wage Range: $100,000 – $165,000