Contracts Manager

2 months ago

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom GE Full time
Job Description SummaryWhen you join GE Aviation - becoming GE Aerospace, you join a community of Contract Management professionals spanning diverse industries who have a passion to innovate and a strong desire to make a difference. The responsibility and autonomy you are provided will empower you to make business-shaping decisions. You will be an integral part of a dynamic team providing sound business advice, spearheading the process by which contracts are created and influencing how we provide products and services to our Aviation customers. In this role you will perform contract management across a suite of contracts associated with providing products and services, from proposal, contract negotiation, and all phases of contract administration. Provide business advice and guidance to and coordinate with other functions including program management, sales, finance, legal, sourcing, engineering, and compliance.

This is a great opportunity to join a very supportive team. We also offer flexible hybrid working, meaning 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Non-legal contract expert, primarily supporting all phases (proposal and post contract award execution) of projects including negotiations, managing commercial issues, customer relationships, claims and disputes.
  • Responsibilities cover the entire contracting lifecycle, from receipt of solicitation through contract close-out.
  • Act as primary interface between GE and customers on all proposal and contractual matters, leading negotiations, and contract interpretation with minimum supervision
  • Provide interface liaison with functional organizations and insure proper communication of contractual requirements (both pre and post award)
  • Provide counsel to other functional areas on contracting topics, issues, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Working experience of the US Government Federal Acquisition Regulations and supplements and/or UK MoD DEFCONs would be advantageous
  • If assigned to work US Government contract activity (either on a Prime or subcontract), the position requires solid proficiency in managing various contract types (including complex development) primarily on a Firm Fixed Price basis on either a FAR15 or FAR12 basis, as described in the Federal Acquisition Regulations.
  • If assigned to work civil contracts the position requires solid proficiency in managing various types of civil contracts, with a solid understanding of commercial contract terms and conditions.
  • Ability to present complex legal risks and recommended mitigation to Senior Stakeholders, Business Leaders within the GE Aerospace business.
  • Ability to understand and contribute to the development of business case financials ensuring all contracts risks are captured and understood.
  • Potential for periodic international travel.

Desired Characteristics

  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Experience in Aerospace, Military, Manufacturing or similar sector
  • Ability to contribute to a high performing collaborative environment
  • Ability to work independently, with sound fiscal and time management skills, attention to detail, and priority management to meet conflicting deadlines
  • High Energy Team Player
  • Strong influencing skills

Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

  • Performance based annual bonus
  • Non-contributory Pension
  • Life Assurance
  • Group income protection
  • Private medical cover
  • Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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