Contracts Operations Lead

at General Motors in Springfield, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Job Description

Work Arrangement:

This role is based remotely, but if you live within a 50-mile radius of Atlanta, Austin, Detroit, Warren, Pontiac, or Milford, you are expected to report to that location three times a week, at minimum.

PLEASE NOTE:

This role is subject to U.S. export control restrictions. Successful candidates must either be a U.S. Person (defined by U.S. law as a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) or a non-U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required export control authorization.

U.S. citizenship required pursuant to government contract.

About GM Defense:

GM Defense is driving the future of military mobility by leveraging the best-in-class capabilities of General Motors for unmatched innovation, proven performance, and breakthrough life-cycle economics. We deliver reliable, affordable, and innovative products across a full spectrum of capabilities – integrated vehicles, electrification, autonomy, robotics, and security.

The Role

Working directly for the GMD VP of Contracts, Global Purchasing & Supply Chain this role is responsible for assisting in the implementation of sound Contracts, Global Purchasing & Supply Chain management compliance and operational policy, process, and work instructions from pre-award to post-award and contract close out. This exciting position will be critical to establishing the the overall infrastructure for the GMD Contracts, Global Purchasing & Supply Chain compliance consistent with overall best practices for Government and Defense contractors. This position will interface with senior members of the GM Defense organization and relevant government organizations to support audits as necessary. This position will also support the GMD VP of Contracts, Global Purchasing & Supply Chain with organizational issues and planning to improve organizational operations.

What You’ll Do

+ Support the development and lead the implementation of policy, process and work instructions for cradle to grave Contracts, Global Purchasing & Supply Chain for GMD.

+ Research compliance issues, interpret regulations formulate recommendations using knowledge of FAR/DFARS and other procurement regulations as appropriate.

+ Assist with the drafting of contractual documents including but not limited to NDA’s, TA’s and Subcontract Agreements.

+ Support GMD VP of Contracts, Global Purchasing & Supply Chain in other business priorities

+ Lead development of a robust training curriculum in contract/subcontract management and compliance to support GMD Contracts and Subcontracts team.

+ Attend and interface in key meetings representing GMD Contracts, Global Purchasing and Supply Chain

+ Must have the ability to effectively communicate complex contracts issues to company executives and external representatives.

+ Maintain strong relationships with key GMD Government Contract stakeholders.

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications) ??

+ Bachelor’s Degree with 7-10 years of progressive DoD Contracts Management or Government Supply Chain experience with a strong background in Government compliance

+ Must possess experience with Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) audit processes particularly around DFARS Business Systems

+ Must possess a deep working knowledge of the end-to end contract process (pre-award, award, post award, and contract closeout) in the Government contracting industry

+ Must have experience implementing SAP systems and managing Government business systems and compliance programs.

+ Strong experience developing policy and process.

+ Strong leadership skill to help implement strategy and provide clear and concise direction to team day to day issues.

+ Strong track record of contracts performance within an organization

+ Demonstrated ability to achieve goals through influencing, partnering and developing productive relationships with senior leadership and the Contracts team across the multiple business areas.

+ Ability to effectively communicate complex contracts issues to company executives and external representatives.

+ Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications) ?

+ Experience working Part 12 contracting and implementing commercial technology in military applications including subcontracting

+ Ability to quickly understand a wide variety of vehicle and engineering technologies, including both hardware and software within the automotive industry

+ Must be able to work independently as well as the ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

+ Ability to interact with individuals throughout a global organization in a professional and business-like manner.

+ Ability to interpret and /or understand financial data

+ Large, public company experience (at least mid-tier) in government contracting (DoD preferred)

+ Strong track record of contracts performance within an organization

+ Must have the ability to effectively communicate complex contracts issues to company executives and external representatives.

Compensation:

The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The compensation may not be representative for positions located outside of New York, Colorado, California, or Washington.

+ The expected base compensation for this role is: $108,400.00 – $169.600.00. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

+ Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.

Benefits:

+ GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:

- Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;

- Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;

- Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;

- Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;

- Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;

- Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

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