Sr Director, Contracts

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering, and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to warfighters. Our ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment guides everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is core to our mission, and collaboration is key to our success.

About the Role

Participates in the development and fulfillment of contract requirements for the purchase and/or sale/delivery of DoD ammunition/munition production programs through equipment, materials, products, or services. Evaluates contract compliance and advises others on contractual rights and obligations. Requests or approves amendments to contract terms or extensions. Prepares bids or requests for proposals (RFPs), including specifications and requirements; negotiates contract terms and participates in determining acceptable bids.

Provides leadership and direction through managers, with accountability for the performance and results of a division or region. Executes business plans and contributes to functional strategy development. Decisions are guided by functional or major operational segment strategy and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Directs all activities in the organization's contracts administration function.
• Oversees the preparation and administration of bids, proposals, negotiations, and contracts in compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Directs the contracts administration staff and ensures compliance with complex contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Develops policies and processes governing contract administration and provides guidance on contract terms and proposal assessments.
• Negotiates complex or high-value contracts.
• Leads and directs employees, including hiring, performance management, and termination, with HR and senior leadership concurrence.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree and 10-12 years of relevant experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Government contracts experience preferred.
• Willingness and ability to travel (up to 25%, possibly international).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or a relevant field.
• NCMA Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) certification.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Leadership skills in contract compliance, lifecycle management, negotiation, and administration.
• Experience with contract management software.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.