Contracts Administrator – Commercial (Sr. and Entry level)

We are hiring for 2 levels of Contracts Administrators.

GKN is a global engineering business. We design, manufacture and service systems and components for most of the world’s leading aircraft, vehicle and machinery manufacturers. GKN operates three divisions: GKN Aerospace, GKN Driveline and GKN Powder Metallurgy employing 56,000 people in more than 30 countries.

GKN Aerostructures North America is a leader in the manufacturing of advanced composites, complex metal structures, and aero-structure assembly for aircraft including: military fighters and transport, commercial, and general aviation. We employ more than 2,800 people at 12 locations.

Summary:

The Sr. Contracts Administrator handles day to day business dealings in accordance with contractual requirements. Interfaces with assigned customers and internal program team. Manages day to day purchase order receipt review, and loading, change responses, aged receivables, pricing issues and other contractual related matters. Engages in customer request for quotes, terms and conditions and regulatory requirements and communicates to functional support teams .

Key Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review Purchase orders for contractual compliance as well as obtain buy-off and approval from program team
• As necessary, formally respond to customer orders noting acceptance, rejection or reasons for conditional acceptance
• Support contract negotiations and generate contractual coverage when required (i.e. Authority to Proceed, Memorandum of Understanding/Agreement)
• Ensure changes are input in to change management process, assessed and customer responses are submitted and resolved
• Review, mark-up and negotiate terms and conditions in accordance with company position
• Coordinate pre-contract planning meetings to ensure customer requirements are understood and company’s position is documented
• Load orders and review ERP system requirements to ensure orders are accurately reflected
• Manage aged receivables for all applicable customer accounts and resolve any payment issues
• Research, compile and draft claims and assertions to customers
• Work with Business Development or Program Directors to develop and deliver proposals per customer assignment and requirements.
• Coordinate proposal activity assignments for the contracts / commercial function : review customer RFQs, understand, communicate and review bid package terms and conditions, aid in pricing development and proposal documentation support
• Provide business communication link with customer, obtain estimates, and generate pricing information for internal approval
• Understand and adhere to FAR/DFAR requirements
• Have a clear understanding of rates and factors as well as pricing strategy and be able to apply in practical settings
• Assist in the coordination of re-bid activities with program and functional leadership
• Provide pricing and quantity input to Company business plan and marketing plan.
• Ensure the company’s commitment to maintain a safe workplace and to protect the environment through the establishment and support of Company policy and adherence to various government regulations.
• Comply with the GKN Compliance and Ethics Policy on Contracting with the United States Government in all areas of responsibility involving direct and indirect contracting with the United States Government. Ensure subordinate staff is aware of the policy and their individual responsibility and accountability for complying with it.
• Administer and comply with the Company’s Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Policies in all personnel actions and implement effective affirmative action to ensure attainment of the company’s Diversity goals. Adhere to and enforce human resources policies and procedures to provide fair and equitable treatment for all associates while ensuring optimum productivity and resource utilization. Prepare and conduct regular associate performance reviews with each direct report at least once each year, as required.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed or assigned.

Qualifications / Experience / Skills

Required Qualifications:

Sr. Contracts Administrator

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5+ years Contract Administration experience in a manufacturing environment.

Contract Administrator:

• • Bachelor’s Degree
• 1+ years Contract Administration experience in a manufacturing environment

Additional Qualifications:

• The ability to read and understand contractual documents, purchase orders and terms and conditions
• Experience using ERP systems
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal functional teams and customer representatives
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Understanding of composites materials, design, processes, manufacturing, operations and applications is a plus
• Strong oral and written communication skills

GKN Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.