Job Description
Job DescriptionContracts Administrator Senior Full-time Irvine, CA, US Exclusive confidential search — details shared with qualified applicants. Become a Key Player as a Senior Contracts Administrator
You will manage moderate- to major-scope contracts to ensure contractual obligations are met and to protect commercial and technical interests. You will work as an individual contributor reporting to a Contract Manager or Lead, interacting regularly across functions and with customers. Onsite in Irvine, CA.
Here's How You'll Make an Impact on the Team
- Administer assigned contracts by analyzing performance requirements, purchase orders, pricing, terms and conditions.
- Define requirements and prepare technically and commercially compliant proposal packages for complex RFPs.
- Initiate and coordinate bid processes, gathering input from internal stakeholders and preparing responses.
- Negotiate contract terms, pricing, deliveries, and amendments within scope of authority.
- Monitor contract performance, determine compliance, and identify when amendments or extensions are required.
- Investigate and resolve claims or complaints, coordinating with technical and quality teams as needed.
- Act as point of contact with customers on assigned contracts and participate in customer presentations.
- Support order management tasks including limited order entry, schedule changes, portal management, demand plan creation, and customer communication.
- Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to less experienced employees when applicable.
Here's What You'll Need to Be Successful in This Role
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related discipline.
- Typically 2–5 years of progressive contract administration or related experience.
- Thorough knowledge of contract administration principles, industry practices, regulations, and policies.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret policies and contracts and recommend procedural changes.
- Strong negotiation skills to obtain favorable prices and terms.
- Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills for interacting with team members, customers, and management.
- Proficiency with standard business applications and specialized in-house/customer systems.
Here's What Else Might Help You Out
- Contract management certification (NCMA, IACCM) preferred.
- Training in export control (e.g., ECTI) preferred.
- JD or MBA may substitute for certain certification preferences.
Pay Range
$105k to $115k/year
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