Vice President, Contracts & Supply Chain

Herndon, VA, USA

POSITION SUMMARY

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead, integrate, and continuously improve the Contracts, Supply Chain, and Digital Enablement functions to operate as a unified, high-performing organization.

Serve as the principal contracts authority for the company, providing guidance and oversight across the full contract lifecycle from pre-award through closeout.

Develop and implement standardized contract management processes, templates, playbooks, and workflows to improve efficiency, quality, and compliance.

Partner with Legal, Finance, Operations, and Business Development leadership to align contracting strategies with enterprise risk tolerance and growth objectives.

Establish integrated systems, data infrastructure, and reporting capabilities that provide visibility into contract status, obligations, risks, and performance metrics.

Provide business development and capture support, including negotiation and review of teaming agreements, NDAs, letters of intent, proposal terms, certifications, and contractual commitments.

Advise business development and capture teams on contract structures, risk mitigation, and terms strategies that enhance competitive positioning and probability of win.

Lead or oversee negotiations for prime contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, and commercial agreements with government and commercial customers.

Ensure contracts are negotiated and administered to protect company interests, manage risk exposure, and support profitable execution.

Maintain expertise and ensure compliance with applicable FAR, DFARS, government contract requirements, commercial contract standards, and regulatory obligations.

Oversee contract administration activities, including modifications, claims, disputes, notifications, and compliance monitoring across active programs.

Lead resolution of contract disputes, Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REAs), claims, and related contractual matters in coordination with Legal.

Ensure appropriate flow-down of prime contract requirements to subcontractors, suppliers, and teaming partners.

Lead strategic sourcing and supply chain activities, including supplier selection, supplier performance management, subcontract compliance, and cost optimization initiatives.

Develop and maintain preferred supplier programs, strategic partnerships, and small business utilization plans in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Drive supply chain resiliency, cost reduction, and operational efficiency through sourcing strategies and supplier relationship management.

Lead Digital Enablement initiatives, including contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems, records management tools, workflow automation, and reporting platforms.

Establish departmental KPIs, reporting cadence, and performance dashboards for Contracts, Supply Chain, and Digital Enablement functions.

Build, mentor, and develop high-performing teams while establishing clear roles, responsibilities, and career development pathways.

Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, ethical conduct, and proactive business partnership.

Responsible for supporting applicable PSC.1 requirements and the Security Operations Management System.

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Law, Contracts Management, or a related field required.

MBA, JD, or other advanced degree strongly preferred.

NCMA Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM), Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), or equivalent certification preferred.

Minimum of 20 years of progressive experience in defense and commercial contracting, including experience across the full contract lifecycle.

Demonstrated experience as a senior contracting authority, supervisory contracting officer, or equivalent leadership role managing complex contract portfolios.

Extensive expertise in FAR, DFARS, government contract types (FFP, T&M, CPFF, IDIQ), and applicable compliance requirements.

Proven success leading contracts, supply chain, sourcing, procurement, or digital transformation functions in a complex organization.

Experience supporting business development, capture management, proposal development, teaming agreements, and pre-award contract strategy.

Experience leading strategic sourcing, subcontract management, supplier performance programs, and government subcontract compliance activities.

Knowledge of ITAR, EAR, export control requirements, and related regulatory frameworks preferred.

Experience implementing contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems, legal technology platforms, or Digital Enablement initiatives preferred.

Strong leadership, organizational, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Demonstrated ability to analyze complex business issues and develop practical, risk-based solutions.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead teams in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence executive leadership and external partners.

Ability to adapt to changing business needs and lead organizational transformation initiatives.

WORKING CONDITIONS