Senior Contract Specialist Government Contracts (REMOTE)

For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about. Job Overview Perform cradle to grave contract administration, as directed by the Associate Director of Government Contract Management, which will entail supporting one or more Business Areas, administering and providing guidance to internal stakeholders on contract requirements. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Administer a wide variety of Government contracts (from solicitation through closeout), including all contract types, commercial and non-commercial sales (FAR Parts 15 and 12), and monitor contract performance. Reviews solicitations, Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Requests for Quote (RFQs), and other bid opportunities; supports proposal strategy, compliance reviews, and preparation of compliant responses. Lead or support contract negotiations with Government agencies, prime contractors, and commercial customers consistent with business unit/company objectives; document negotiations, agreements, and resulting contractual obligations. Reviews contractual documents for accuracy, performance risk, and conformance with contract terms, conditions, and applicable federal regulations and gains consensus from internal stakeholders prior to signature / acceptance of contract documents. Supports compliance with applicable Government contracting regulations, including FAR, agency supplements, ethics requirements, mandatory disclosures, small business subcontracting requirements, and flow-down obligations. Responds to internal and external customers regarding contract issues, audits, and compliance requirements. Monitors program performance for scope changes and take appropriate action. Provides guidance to internal stakeholders on contract requirements including the FAR and contract terms and conditions. Works within the program team, acts as a liaison between internal team and external customer. Complete the contract administration responsibilities for each contract action accurately and timely. Administers Government Property compliance activities including property tracking, reporting, audits, inventory requirements, disposition activities, and coordination with site operations to ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements. Manages Service Contract reporting and Contractor Manpower reporting requirements and coordinates with program control. If applicable, supports prime contract and subcontract administration activities including review and implementation of required Government contract flow-down provisions. Maintain detailed and compliant contract files. Perform all other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent in business administration or related discipline. Experience: Minimum of seven years related experience administering Government contracts, both commercial and non-commercial. Demonstrated ability interpreting and applying the FAR, DFARS, agency supplements (including HHSAR) and Government contract compliance requirements. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above. Experience with GSA Schedules desired; familiarity with all contract types; experience with contract negotiations. Certification/Licensure: NCMA certification, or equivalent professional certification desired but not required. Other: Self-starter, ability to multi-task, excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, social awareness, and attention to detail required. M…

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