Job Description

Job Title : Contracts Specialist
Location: Joplin, MO
Department : Contracts & Compliance
Reports To: Contracts Manager

About the Role

The Contracts Specialist serves as a business advisor, providing critical guidance on contractual, regulatory, and legal matters throughout the proposal and contract execution process. This role ensures compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and government regulations while mitigating risk and supporting business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and analyze contract solicitation terms, ensuring alignment with company policies and business strategy.
• Lead proposal preparation, contract negotiations, and award confirmations, ensuring favorable terms for the company.
• Interpret contract guidelines, identify risks and areas of concern, and provide recommendations for risk mitigation.
• Prepare, negotiate, review, and execute contracts, including pricing, terms, and special provisions.
• Ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and other government contracting requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams and external customers, ensuring clear communication of contractual obligations.
• Support contract performance management, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and company policies.
• Assist in the development of contract management processes and best practices.

Qualifications & Skills

Required :

• Must be a U.S. Person (due to regulatory requirements).
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or equivalent.
• Strong problem-solving and project management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks of varying priority and complexity.

Preferred :

• Experience in DoD and Non-DoD contracting.
• Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and proposal experience across all contract types.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and build strong business relationships.

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