STR
Contracts Manager
Woburn, MA · Full-time
No sponsorship$139k-$191kDetected 7 days ago
TypeScriptAlgorithmsNegotiationSupply ChainPerformance ManagementContract ManagementSensorsResearchLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMentoringMicrosoft Office
About the role
- STR is seeking a highly motivated candidate with federal contract management experience to join our growing Contracts & Supply Chain team as a Contracts Manager.
- This manager‑level role carries significant responsibility for team performance, professional development, and organizational impact in a dynamic defense contracting environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of contracts professionals, including hiring, performance management, and professional development.
- Work closely with business, technical, and functional stakeholders to support business growth objectives and strong program performance.
- Oversee negotiation and execution of strategic agreements (NDAs, teaming agreements, ACAs, licenses) and personally lead high‑value or complex negotiations.
- Experience using AI‑enabled tools and a strong willingness to learn and apply AI to drive efficiency and improve quality and effectiveness in Contracts and Supply Chain processes.
- implement training and quality assurance processes to maintain compliance standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of Federal government contracting experience with DoD and IC contracts, including 3+ years in a supervisory or team lead role (or Master's degree and 5+ years of experience).
- Active Secret clearance required, TS/SCI eligibility highly desirable (U.S. citizenship required)
- Expert knowledge of FAR/DFARS, contract law, and export control regulations (ITAR, EAR).
- Proven ability to interpret and apply federal acquisition policies
- Experience with multiple contract types and vehicles, teaming/NDAs/CRADAs/ACAs, and commercial terms including IP and data rights.
- Cross-functional experience with Program Management, Finance, Engineering, and Operations
- ability to assess/communicate contractual risk and translate complex terms for business stakeholders.
- Strong negotiation skills with a track record of achieving balanced outcomes.
- track record of leadership and process improvement.
- Proficiency with MS Office and contract management systems.
Compensation
- $139,000.00 - $191,000.00
- The salary range listed is based on external market data.
Benefits
- Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.
- STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members.
Company info
- Develop and maintain effective external relationships with customers, primes, subcontractors, and suppliers to support program objectives and strengthen STR's business partnerships.
- provide strategic guidance and final review of solicitation responses prepared by your team in collaboration with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.
Equal opportunity
- STR is an equal opportunity employer.
- If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at appassist@str.us and provide your contact info.
Visa & Work Authorization
- citizenship required)
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