Contracts Operations Administrator
Position Summary:
The Contracts Operations Administrator will lead the strategic oversight and management of contracts and subcontract processes across the organization. This role involves driving efficiencies in contract creation, negotiation, execution, and compliance.The successful candidate will work closely with the Director Contracts, and across Odyssey’s business teams to ensure smooth operations, mitigate risks, and support organizational goals through best-in-class contract management practices. This is a full-time hybrid role based out of our Wakefield, MA headquarters.
Responsibilities:
Duties include, but not limited to:
- Contract Lifecycle Management
- Will have an in-depth knowledge of the entire lifecycle of contracts, from drafting and negotiation through execution and post-signature compliance, ensuring alignment with company objectives and industry standards.
- Process Improvement & Strategy
- Develop, implement, and continuously optimize standardized processes for contract operations, focusing on efficiency, accuracy, and risk mitigation.
- Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
- Work cross-functionally with other business units to streamline contract operations, address issues, and ensure seamless workflow integration.
- Risk Management & Compliance
- Identify, assess, and manage risks associated with contracts and subcontracts, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and internal policies.
- Contract Support
- Support high-level contract-related meetings with senior and executive leadership by offering strategic insights, and ensuring all agreements comply with company guidelines and legal standards.
- Technology Utilization
- Manage and leverage the usage of contract management tools and technologies, driving efficiency and supporting a data-driven approach to contract management.
- Reporting & Analytics
- Provide regular reports and insights on contract metrics, performance, and areas for improvement to senior management, facilitating data-driven decision-making.
Qualifications:
Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
Minimum Required Qualifications
Clearance: Top SecretEducation: BA/BS in Business Administration or related discipline
Years of Experience: At least 15 years of experience
Preferred Qualifications
Education: MA/MS
Technical Skills- Experience in contracts management, operations, or has served in a compliance type role.
- Proven experience adapting to change in a fast-paced evolving working environment.
- Strong understanding of Costpoint, and ability to quickly learn organizations internal policies and procedures.
- Proficient in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Familiarity with contract management practices and regulatory compliance.
- Expertise in creating and refining contract templates, guidelines, and standard operating procedures
- Strong leadership and team management abilities, with the capacity to motivate and develop cross business team collaboration.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex concepts to stakeholders who are not in contracts.
- Experience briefing to executive leadership.
- Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Ability to identify and resolve issues proactively, with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Must be a self-starter that requires minimal supervision. The candidate must be able to handle multiple assignments and achieve or exceed program deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining the highest standards of ethics and integrity.
Additional Information
Location: Wakefield, MATravel: Up to 10%
Remote, Onsite, or Hybrid: Hybrid, two days a week onsite
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Company Overview:
Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, is an innovative small business committed to providing world-class technical, management, and training support services to government and public sector clients. We focus on people, processes, and performance to deliver superior results.Since our inception in 1997, our commitment to mission success and customer satisfaction has been recognized with exponential growth and exceptional past performance ratings. We accept challenging assignments and drive projects from the planning stages, through implementation, and into operations and support.
Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities