Contracts Manager - MS / 095558

Northrop Grumman Information Systems sector is seeking a Contracts Manager to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Herndon, VA. The Defense Systems Division (DSD) of Northrop Grumman has an immediate opportunity for a senior level Contracts professional to perform as a Contracts Manager supporting the contractual and proposal operations in the DLS Operating Unit. The successful candidate will be able to provide responsible advice and counsel on a wide range of contractual, financial and business issues and perform as an expert in all matters involving the interpretation and application of company contracting policies and procedures. Roles and Responsibilities: * All aspects of portfolio from the business development phase, delivering customer satisfaction, building customer relationships and timely responses to both external and internal customers. * Assessing situations and making appropriate recommendations and/or taking appropriate actions. * Ensuring that contractual risks are identified and mitigated with appropriate contract provisions. * Serve as key business advisor to the Program Team on contractual, proposal and operational matters. * Planning and executing successful contract negotiations and achieving targeted profit rates, as well as, favorable terms and conditions to assist DSD in meeting profit and cash goals. * Negotiating skillfully in difficult situations, producing sound contract terms and conditions, teaming agreements, contract amendments/modifications, which are expected to mitigate/minimize company risks for highly complex contracts. * Responsibility includes being able to make decisions in a timely manner under tight deadlines and pressure, offers guidance and works cooperatively with a multitude of organizations ranging from technical, program, finance, subcontracts, pricing and security for seamless contract administration. Minimum Qualifications: To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below: * Bachelors * 15 years of Contracts Administration * 5 - 10 years of management experience * Thorough knowledge of pricing principals and FAR/DFARS and associated Federal Contracting regulations a must. * Ability to apply sound judgment to proposal strategy, contract formation and customer relationships. * Exceptional organizational, verbal and written communication skills Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration: * Self Starter, Problem Solver and multi-tasker * Process improvement oriented * International contracting and business experience. For a listing of all Northrop Grumman open positions, please visit our website at www.careers.northropgrumman.com Relocation Assistance Available