Contracts Administrator 020674 (1037)

DescriptionKorry Electronics, a subsidiary of Esterline, is the internationally recognized leader in the design and manufacture of electro-optical display products, subsystems and discrete components for the aerospace and defense industries. We are a cutting-edge, industry pacesetter in many technologies (such as Night Vision and LED) that drive advances in critical applications for man-machine interfaces. We currently have an opening for a Contracts Administrator.RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsible for negotiation and management of large, complex contracts and changes. Participates in proposal preparation; has responsibility for negotiating price, delivery, technical baseline, and terms and conditions; performs contract review and acceptance; administers and monitors contract performance; assists Program Manager in solving related problems such as questions regarding risk, profit, special contractual provisions. Will train and give work direction to Contract Administrators. This is a senior, non-management position and requires the exercise of independent judgment within defined procedures and management direction. Responsibilities include: Generate new ideas, procedures and processes that will have a positive effect on customer satisfaction Identify gap between Korry processes/requirements and customer needs Monitor external business conditions and be aware of events in the industry Develop key customer contacts and act as an effective advocate for Korry and the customer Manage scope of the work and schedule to ensure customer satisfaction Position terms negotiations to be viewed as contribution to mitigate risk and increase profit for Korry Ensure contract compliance throughout the company Prepare contractual correspondence and documentation from pre-award through closure Effectively manage change control and issue resolution Lean Responsibilities: Administer contract with best practices to eliminate non-value added/non-essential activities Establish work standards for contract administration Meet goals/metrics for contract administration Cross-trained in all functions of the organization Involved in continuous improvements Implement improvement ideas Use Value Stream Mapping and Lean tool REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor of Business Administration or related field of study Experience at leading the negotiation, award and management of large, complex contracts, programs, and/or customer account management Some familiarity with U.S. Export Laws (ITAR/EAR) Aviation Industry work experience Must be competent with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint Strong leadership skills and ability to manage multiple tasks concurrentlyPREFER:Masters Degree in Business Administration and/or relevant advanced professional certification and: Skilled at implementing lean principles in the office environment Prior experience with submitting Export Licenses under U.S. Export regulations Working knowledge of U.S. Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) Experience with the contract management of avionics related systems and components PEOPLE make it happen at Korry. Our success is built on a philosophy that encourages personal growth, involvement and individual commitment in a team environment. Korry offers many exciting benefits including educational support, three flexible weeks off during your first year of employment, a subsidized ride to work, and the opportunity to work with the best people in the business. Salary history will be required during the hiring process. Korry Electronics is an equal employment opportunity employer and a drug/alcohol free workplace. Some Korry jobs require employees to work with or around chemicals or materials used in the manufacture of our products. Some of these chemicals or materials might affect individuals who are prone to skin sensitization, allergic respiratory reactions, eczema, asthmatic-type conditions, and chronic bronchitis, and other chronic respiratory diseases. You might wish to consult with a doctor regarding employment in these types of positions. Apply here: http://hostedjobs.openhire.com/epostings/jobs/submit.cfm?fuseaction=dspjob&jobid=172849&company_id=15888&jobboardid=24Esterline is an Equal Opportunity Employer