International Contract Management Specialist - Oklahoma City, United States - The Boeing Company

Description

Job Description

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The Boeing Company is currently seeking an International Contract Management Specialist (Experienced or Senior) to join the International Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) team in Oklahoma City, OK or Hazelwood, MO.

This customer facing position supports the United Kingdom E-7 program working on behalf of Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) and working closely with Boeing Defense United Kingdom (BDUK) for International Defense business (acquisitions direct to foreign customers).

This Contracts position will partner with the Regional/Program Directors, Global Sales and Marketing, and Project Managers from pre-proposal activities to proposal and contract development for the full acquisition process to award and continuing throughout the contract execution and delivery. The role will also be required to address areas such as Tax, Treasury, Insurance, Law, and Export Compliance throughout the preparation, review and approval process. A successful candidate will research and effectively solve problems, effectively collaborate and lead acquisition teams, develop negotiation positions, and ensure proper hand-offs with the execution team.

Candidates must exhibit strong leadership and organizational skills and should be able to lead through high-volume and high-visibility proposal challenges, exercise the appropriate signature authority, lead, and participate in negotiating and contracting for the sale of services, and effectively train and mentor new employees. This Contracts team operates in a fast-paced environment that requires the interested candidate to demonstrate the following critical skills and abilities: leadership, communication and organization. The candidate must also be able to work independently and lead decisions on strategic direction, and counsel senior leadership on program strategies, negotiation positions, as well as brief multiple negotiation scenarios.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead the presentation and development of complex business solutions to preserve and expand the business
• Represent Boeing in external negotiations with our customers
• Prepare, negotiate, execute, interpret and administer legally binding contractual agreements that are of a complex nature
• Summarize complex contractual issues, and lead development of creative solutions and coordination of contractual risk mitigation
• Review and approve various documents such as proposals, letters, and contractual instruments
• Support acquisition and execution of BDS and Boeing Global Services (BGS) International Defense Direct Commercial Sales Contracts
• Lead acquisition efforts in support of requirements definition planning, organizing, development, and submittal of proposals and subsequent negotiation and administration
• Develop relationships with internal and external customers and ensure engagement with requirements development
• Execute daily tasks as part of a team that is not physically located together
• Work closely with One Boeing International Process (OBIP) for the applicable regions
• Coordinate closely with various internal functions (including, but not limited to Estimating & Pricing, Supplier Management, Supply Chain Management, Accounting, Financial Controls, Program Management, Global Sales and Marketing, etc.)
• Develop Proposal Plan of Action, coordinate and facilitate functional inputs, develop proposals, negotiate, participation in gate reviews, request proposal reviews
• Lead contract award and post award activities (e.g. placement of financial assurances, invoicing, warranty claims, etc.)
• Provide flexible hour support as needed to accommodate various time zones and ensure seamless assistance and collaboration across global teams

This position is hybrid. The selected candidate will be required to perform at least two days each week of work onsite at one of the listed location options. This is at the hiring team's discretion and could potentially change in the future.

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's Degree or higher
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally as needed
• 3+ years of experience drafting, negotiating, and executing complex contracts and subcontracts
• 3+ years of experience building, developing, and maintaining customer relationships
• 3+ years of experience in business related function (including but not limited to: Finance, Contracts, Estimating, Procurement Financial Analysis, Business Operations, Supplier Management, Marketing & Sales)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of experience with Government acquisition process
• 5+ years of experience with commercial and international contracts
• Ability to coordinate and communicate effectively across functions
• Ability to use strong critical thinking, time management, problem solving, negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Experience in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and able to multi-task and manage expectations
• Experience adapting to changes in schedules and priorities, solving problems, and generating alternative solutions

Typical Education & Experience:

Experienced (Level 3)

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 6 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Master +4 years' related work experience, 10 years' related work experience, etc.).

Senior (Level 4)

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 10 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Master +8 years' related work experience, 14 years' related work experience, etc.).

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Work Shift:

This position will be for first shift.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Hazelwood, MO

Summary pay range for Experienced (Level 3): $79,000 - $92,000

Summary pay range for Senior (Level 4): $99,000 - $118,000

Oklahoma City, OK

Summary pay range for Experienced (Level 3): $74,000 - $86,000

Summary pay range for Senior (Level 4): $94,000 - $110,000

Applications for this position will be accepted through May 23, 2024.

Export Control Requirements: U.S. Government Export Control Status: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required.

"U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.