Ampact is hiring a
The Contract Manager evaluates, negotiates, and develops contracts and agreements on behalf of Ampact. The Contract Manager also manages and aids in the acquisition process including preparation and evaluation of Request for Proposals, competitive bids, final vendor selection and bid awards. The Contract Manager is charged with ensuring all contracts and agreements abide by Ampact’s financial policies, OMB guidelines, as well as local and federal laws.
Review, prepare or assist in the development of contracts and agreements
Manage, prepare Request for Proposals and Vendor Selection process
Negotiate contract terms with internal business partners and external contractors
Review and update existing contracts
Explain terms and conditions to managers and interested parties
Ensure that employees understand and comply with company contracts
Analyze potential risks involved with specific contract terms
Stay up-to date with legislative changes and coordinate with the legal counsel
Ensure contracts comply with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations
Write contracts, correspondence, and communications
Ensure all deadlines and conditions described on contracts are met
Maintain organized system of physical and digital records
Track and update agreements across business functions and groups, coordinating contract terms.
Develop and manage processes related to procurement and contract expenses
Create language standards for existing and new contracts
Coordinates contract approvals and signatures
Business Registrations, Reports and Filings
Complete and maintain any business registrations, reports and filings required to do business in any of the states or agencies with which Ampact is doing business
Coordinate with the legal counsel as needed
Ensure all deadlines and conditions are met
Maintain organized system of record
Insurance Requirements
Ensure all necessary liability insurance requirements are maintained and agreements renewed in a timely manner.
Coordinate with others as needed
Ensure all deadlines and conditions are met
Maintain organized system of record
Minimum Education
Minimum Experience
3-5 years relevant work experience in contract administration or procurement
Experience creating and managing process, including RFP and Vendor Selection
Strong attention to detail
Demonstrated strong negotiation and mediation skills
Possesses superior attention to detail to spot inconsistencies in contracts
Has previous experience in customer service and effective communication skills
Able to work productively independently and as part of a team
Must have excellent analytical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities
Exhibit strong organizational and time management abilities
Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information
Financial, technical, and legal language acumen
Physical Requirements
Ampact is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations as possible to enable employees to perform the essential functions of their positions.
This position requires the ability to:
Travel locally and statewide as needed to attend meetings
Communicate effectively with people/groups in multiple settings within and outside the organization
Effectively utilize existing and emerging technology to achieve required results
Transporting of moderately heavy objects up to 25 pounds
Ampact offers an excellent benefit package including Medical, HSA, Dental, Vision, FSA, Life, Disability, PTO and 401(k).
Ampact will not discriminate for or against any AmeriCorps service member or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, marital or parental status, familial status, military service, or any other category protected by law. Reasonable accommodations provided upon request.