Manager, Contracts Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of manager, contracts. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for recommendations and direction in response to inquiries from key stakeholders involved in sponsored research including: faculty, staff, sponsored programs, vendors, etc.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Solid understanding of commercial and government contracting practices including proposal compliance, applicable terms, and conditions relating to both FAR Part 12 and 15, experience in International contracting, including familiarity with ITAR and EAR compliance
• Advanced working knowledge in negotiating FAR Part 12, international and commercial terms and conditions
• Superior proficiency in negotiating and drafting Non-disclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements, Software License Agreements, and Managed Service Agreements with a keen eye to recognize and minimize company risk
• Skilled communicator who influences and shapes the business
• U.S. Citizenship and able to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
• Experience in negotiation with outside counsel and business representatives within client organizations and government agencies
• Experience in reviewing and negotiating professional services agreements while adhering to company policies and procedures
• Knowledge of business / Govt

Please consider me for the manager, contracts opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for in depth financial analysis to the director on overall sponsored research budget and advise on long-term financial viability of department as it relates to sponsored research funding.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills and demonstrated experience in contract administration
• Sound understanding of commercial contracts, business agreements and general business practices, strong knowledge of subcontracting practices, accounting, finance, pricing, and estimating principles, and business law
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with international contract terms, ITAR and US import and export regulations
• Solid understanding of applicable military and commercial specifications and standards
• In depth knowledge of government contracts and the DOD market space
• Strong leadership skills to manage and influence geographically dispersed teams and constituencies
• Personal computer skill proficiency
• Team player with strong business acumen and attention to detail

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the manager, contracts position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for expert guidance on sponsored and institutional polices for all pre and post award issues; has expert knowledge of federal cost principles and advises faculty and staff accordingly to ensure compliance; uses independent judgement to apply principles.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Reviews and assesses major contracts and proposals in regard to profit potential, possible Company risk factors, and special problem areas and provide recommendations for accomplishment of strategic goals and objectives
• Meet operating goals for cash flow, accounts receivable and operating income through negotiation results, contracts management and proactive customer relationships
• Coordinates the satisfactory resolution of major customer issues
• Develops improved contract administration procedures and negotiations techniques
• Be the focal point for the protection of intellectual property (manage the process for negotiating non-disclosure agreements and the associated database)
• Track all proposal activity and maintain the proposal registry database, publish data on on-time delivery of proposal and other metrics
• Ensure customer order integrity through diligent use and periodic audits of the ERP (SAP) system
• Strong knowledge of pricing mechanics, labor rates, and BOE development commercial pricing strategies

Please consider me for the manager, contracts opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for documentation and reports to accounting, research and other departments for post award management and as requested.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• MTC experience
• Managing Safely ISOH Certificate
• Cooperation with other functional leads to accomplish business goals and objectives
• Familiarity with FAA/EASA requirements and regulations
• Occasional travel as necessary
• Contract experience with a major engineering firm, contractor or law firm in the areas of engineering and construction contracts
• BA / BSC / LAW or similar
• Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM), Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM), or Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) highly desirable

I would like to submit my application for the manager, contracts opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for pre-award support to project directors and staff throughout prospecting and proposal development process for assigned sponsored program applications and contracts.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Significant skill in Microsoft Word to draft, edit, review and prepare comparisons of documents for internal and external communication
• Use of independent judgment and creativity to solve contract issues
• Supply chain contracting experience
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office business applications
• Management of the customer contracts for the sales of engines
• Commercial agreements (drafting, editing, proposals)
• Proficient in conflict resolution and assertive enforcement of US government and company policies
• Familiarity with export regulations, such as EAR, ITAR, and OFAC