Advanced Systems Design is seeking a Contracts Manager for our client located in Montgomery, AL. This position is onsite in Montgomery, AL, and requires in-person availability starting day 1.  Job Overview: + The Contracts Manager will establish and maintain agreements for contractual relationships both interagency and with IT service providers for the client. + This role involves coordinating contract-related activities, including development, negotiation, amendments, renewals, execution, and contract performance monitoring, to ensure compliance with agreed terms and conditions. + Key Responsibilities: + Contract Lifecycle Management: + Engage in the entire lifecycle of contracts, from drafting and negotiation to execution and termination, ensuring all terms and conditions align with organizational requirements. + Contract Compliance Monitoring: + Monitor adherence to contract terms and validate SLA penalties or incentives as needed. + Amendment and Renegotiation: + Prepare, negotiate, and implement contract amendments to accommodate changes in project scope or organizational needs, ensuring continued alignment with business objectives. + Risk and Issue Management: + Identify and mitigate risks associated with contract execution and vendor management, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. Required Qualifications: + Typically has 6 or more years of contract management experience. + Manages the entire contractual relationship with IT service providers. + Serves as a liaison between the IT service provider and OIT or OIT clients. + Supports multiple contracts or complex enterprise agreements. + Works on projects that range in size, complexity and contract duration. + May coordinate or manage the work of others. Preferred Qualifications: + Over 3 years of recent experience in managing contracts within a governmental or large-scale organization, particularly in the IT sector. + Proven track record of successfully managing IT goods and service contracts. + Advanced knowledge of IT service management and delivery frameworks. + Familiarity with state and federal regulations governing contract management and the CMBOK. + Professional certification in contract management (e.g., CFCM, CPCM). + Proficiency with contract management software (e.g., Coupa, SAP Ariba) and project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA). + Experience in budget management and financial oversight within a contracting context. + Strong analytical skills and ability to make data-driven decisions. Education Required: + Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or other related field. Education Preferred: + Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Contract Management, or a related field. Advanced Systems Design, Inc. is: + A leading Information Technology provider for Federal, State & Local government agencies. + A certified minority-owned small business government contractor with capabilities related to Public Health IT, Criminal Justice, Transportation, and Defense. + A certified service-disabled veteran-owned company with a proud 42-year track record of providing successful innovative solutions for our government customers. + A drug-free workplace in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.  + Applicants who have a signed offer of employment or contractor agreement are subject to: + the pre-employment testing protocol: + background investigation + drug screening Our Employees: + Are actively working on next-generation technology projects with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, CDC, and a wide array of Federal, State, and Local agencies throughout the United States + Are eligible for wide-ranging benefits and perks, including but not limited to: + Comprehensive Health Insurance with PPO and HDHP/HSA options + Dental Insurance + Vision Insurance + Short/Long-Term Disability + Group Life Insurance - Company Paid + Voluntary Life Insurance + 401(k) Plan with Employer Match + Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick) + Holiday Pay - Company Paid Federal Holidays + Tuition Assistance + Professional Certification Incentive Plan + Employee Referral Plan + Technology Exposure For additional information regarding Advanced Systems Design, please check out our WEBSITE (http://www.asd-web.com)   or click HERE (http://www.asd-web.com/careers) for all current job openings. Advanced Systems Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Powered by JazzHR