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Manager, Contracts (State & Local Government)
Manager, Contracts (State & Local Government)KPMG • Boston, MA, United States
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Manager, Contracts (State & Local Government)

Manager, Contracts (State & Local Government)

KPMG • Boston, MA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Temporary
Job description

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.

KPMG is currently seeking a Manager Contracts (State & Local Government) to join our Enterprise Contracting Center on our State & Local Government Team.

Responsibilities :

  • Apply a thorough understanding of contract lifecycle management practices in the Enterprise Contracting Center (ECC) to oversee and manage a portfolio of contracts; responsible for retaining executed contracts and supporting document and information gathering for quarterly business reviews, internal audits, and client claims
  • Recommend and execute process enhancements and improvements; document current policies, processes, and protocols to help ensure consistency; manage contract repository and engagement data to ensure firm achieves full value from contracts
  • Act as end-to-end point of contact throughout the contract management process, escalating to leadership when necessary; review client redlines and client terms for specific contracts by leveraging professional experience, internal playbooks / guides, and when required, escalate clauses for review to subject matter experts, risk management, independence, and office of general counsel, ensuring their input is incorporated into contracts, and negotiate directly with clients
  • Interface regularly and effectively with business partners and professionals, as well as external clients regarding execution of responsibilities, and to drive desired outcomes; apply good judgment about risk and growth to protect the organization by creating contracts from the agreed, standardized templates and clauses
  • Execute tactical plans that support strategic objectives and establish credibility across peer group and ECC leaders; conduct client discussions to reach an agreement on key business / regulatory risks in real time and provide guidance on applicable terms for specific service offerings to align firm capabilities; participate in client account planning and go-to-market activities
  • Identify and implement opportunities for innovation within executed tasks, processes, and procedures; oversee work products and lead entire small projects, managing deadlines, expectations, as well as often contributing to staffing decisions and supervising the work performed by more junior staff; influence positively, and mentor less experienced team members, serving as a credible source of knowledge; provide feedback to such individuals, and may also serve as a formal performance manager of a team of junior employees
  • Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment

Qualifications :

  • Minimum five years of recent experience in managing a portfolio of commercial contracts, procurement or in another capacity directly reviewing, drafting, or negotiating contracts, with multiple contract types including but not limited to Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQs), Master Services Agreement (MSAs), State Term Contract (STCs), prime contracts, subcontracts, and task orders; Minimum five years of recent experience in either buy-side or sell-side contracting with one or more state or municipal government entities, as well as reviewing and commenting on Request for Proposal (RFPs)
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college / university is required; Master's Certificate or industry certifications from National Contract Management Association (NCMA) is preferred
  • Proficient in Microsoft Tools, particularly Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Excel.
  • Capability to identify contract risks and mitigations and identify, analyze, and articulate improvement opportunities based on deep understanding of contract lifecycle management, problematic provisions, market trends, and risk tolerances; comfortable with data and ambiguity, demonstrating the ability to balance attention to detail and a focus on big picture events and overall strategy
  • Ability to manage projects and processes, applying expertise to make concrete decisions that impact the organization; capability to establish credible relationships and become a trusted advisor to engagement teams and business leadership
  • Capability to advocate for leading contract lifecycle management practices, with an interest and acumen for understanding legal matters
  • Strong verbal / written communication skills, reading comprehension, and critical thinking skills with ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels of responsibility and authority; ability to prioritize, delegate and foster the development of high-performance teams to lead and support an environment driven by customer service and teamwork; strong trouble-shooting and organizational skills and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
  • KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("KPMG") complies with all local / state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides eligible employees two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work .

    Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA :

    https : / / kpmg.com / us / en / how-we-work / pay-transparency.html / ?id=1578_9_25

    California Salary Range : $101200 - $215100

    KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding KPMG's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.

    KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.

    Los Angeles County applicants : Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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