Contracts Administrator (Companion Data Services)

Summary Responsible for administering contracts to ensure that contractual obligations are met and compliance is maintained with mandatory governmental regulations, applicable laws and corporate policies and procedures. Serves as the liaison between the company and the customer contracting officers on all contractual matters in order to maintain consistency in communications, documentation, and minimizing cost risk due to misunderstanding and/or non-compliance. Interacts with contractual partners to ensure compliance with contractual obligations. This position will be utilized to support contract administration for our federal and commercial side of business. They will be responsible for legal documents being processed, pricing submissions, and overall responsibility of contracts. Description Logistics: This role is an onsite position. This position is located at the Atrium Building, 2401 Faraway Drive Columbia, SC 29223. This position is full time (40 hours/week) Monday-Friday. Employees are required to have a schedule during the hours of 8:00-5:00 PM. Training will be during the hours of 8:00AM - 5:00 PM Monday -Friday. What You'll Do: Works as primary point of contact for contractual matters related to assigned contracts and subcontracts. Manages contract activities to ensure that assigned contracts with the US government and other customers are in compliance with all federal, state and commercial regulations. Responsible for ensuring clear communications with customers as well as internal staff and management to ensure understanding of customer expectations and contract requirements. Reviews contractual documents for accuracy, performance risk, and conformance with contract terms, conditions, and other provisions including applicable federal regulations and business team objectives prior to signature / acceptance. Leads the maintenance of contract files using sophisticated contracts management software to ensure completeness and accuracy of information. Drafts, reviews, coordinates and requests approval of legal documents to include contracts, contract modification, subcontracts and related modifications, non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements and other legal documents. Coordinates with legal department as well as areas of company management as necessary to ensure documents meet management standards and expectations. Leads the coordination and preparation of legal documents such as Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA’s) and Teaming Agreements (TA’s) with operations, business development and legal personnel. Monitors contract requirements to ensure quality and timely delivery of reports and information. Performs contract reporting for both internal management as well as external customer requirements. Reviews and approves monthly invoices for each contract. Responsible for the preparation and review of business proposals to customers for growth of current contracts or award of new business. Works as primary point of contact within the Contracts team for the development of contract pricing and proposals. Proactively participates in internal proposal processes while coordinating with other proposal staff. Works closely with internal pricing specialists to review related cost inputs, assumptions and final pricing recommendations. Participates in the various RFS gateway reviews and provides contracts approval upon successful completion of each review. Works as the primary contracts negotiator for simpler contracts documents. Provides assistance in more complex contracts and subcontracts negotiations. Required Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or other job related field OR Six years job related work experience. Required Work Experience: Five years contracts/subcontracts, purchasing or other job related field. Required Skills and Abilities: Working knowledge of contracting concepts, Uniform Commercial Code, applicable public contract acquisition law and regulations. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work professionally with persons at all levels, and to maintain effective working relationships. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to all levels throughout the organization and externally. Strong decision-making, presentation, organizational and leadership skills. Strong analytical or critical thinking and problem solving capabilities. Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis. Ability to make sound decision. Ability to exercise confidentiality and discretion. Ability to draft simple to moderate routine contractual instruments. Ability to identify required improvement to established policies. Use of independent judgement and creativity applied to resolution of contract issues. Excellent internal and external negotiation skills. Emerging ability to excel in upper level management environment. Preferred Skills and Abilities: Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and/or Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS,) and/or Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA). Required Software and Other Tools: Microsoft Office. Preferred Licenses and Certificates: NCMA member working toward certification as a Certified Federal / Commercial Contracts Manager. Our comprehensive benefits package includes: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match Subsidized health plans and free vision coverage Life insurance Paid annual leave – the longer you work here, the more you earn Nine paid holidays On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations Wellness programs and healthy lifestyle premium discount Tuition assistance Service recognition What to Expect Next After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone screening or email communication with a recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains Affirmative Action programs to promote employment opportunities for minorities, females, disabled individuals and veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail abilities@bcbssc.com or call 1-800-288-2227, ext. 43172 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.