Sr Manager Contracts

Seeking a Sr Manager of Contracts for the EWS product line located in Goleta, California to manage 2 managers with direct reports. Responsible for cradle to grave contract management for a three hundred million plus dollar portfolio. Includes RFP interpretation, proposal preparation, contract negotiation, day-to-day contract administration, and contract closeout. Frequent interface with Vice-President and Director level executives.Responsibilities will include working closely with the Sr. Program Director and Finance Manager on the overall Product Line strategy.The role will also work closely with the Program Directors/Managers and other program functions across the product line to construct, submit and negotiate pricing proposals, provide support to senior management regarding contractual and business issues, to ensure that negotiated terms and conditions comply with company policies, and to advise management of contractual rights and obligations and mitigation of contractual/program risks. This role is responsible for supervising classified programs associated with this portfolio. Use business acumen and program knowledge to understand programs performance, provide guidance and influence outcomes to achieve desired results. Review Request for Proposals (RFPs) for requirements and risks, while meeting company policies and standards. Lead proposal and contract negotiations, including customer relationship management, to achieve business objectives and ensure customer needs are met. Perform as key contributor during the pre-proposal strategy, proposal development, negotiation, and start-up phases of programs. This role also includes Goleta site/facility responsibilities. This contracts position will act as the agent of the company and will lead the program teams in business meetings, proposal activities, negotiations, forecast planning (bookings, cash, sales, and profit) and all other miscellaneous activities incidental to contract administration/management.Required Skills:Minimum 15 years of experience in Contracts, Supply Chain, or related fieldA proven track record of success in contracting with an intimate understanding of terms and conditionsAbility to understand the financial aspects of contracts and other business arrangements as well as the ability to contribute to negotiation strategiesEffective communicator both orally and in writing with strong analytical skills and interpersonal skillsAbility to lead and work within a team and to foster teamwork and trustCapable of multi-tasking and handling several assignmentsFocus on responsiveness with strong time management and organizational skillsKnowledge of FAR, DFARS, and ITARMust have experience with Cost Reimbursable and Fixed Price ContractsAbility to interface with all levels of people, including peers, subordinates, and ManagementCurrent DOD Secret clearanceU.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance as of day one of employment.​Desired Skills:Active TS/SCI clearanceComputer proficiency, experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and shared data basesPrior experience leading or managing individual contributorsConceptual understanding of the Capture/Proposal Process (Gate Review Process)Experience with FMS and Direct Commercial international contractsExperience with Commercial primesExperience work Other Transaction Authority (OTA) contractsRequired Education:BA/BS in Business, or related field; JD MBAThis position requires either a U.S. Person or a Non-U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required Export Authorization.168234Raytheon is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.