Business Title: Contracts Manager, SLG (Technology)

Requisition Number: 119069 - 28

Function: Business Support Services

Area of Interest:

State: GA

City: Atlanta

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 SLG (Technology) to join our Enterprise Commercial Contracting team.

Responsibilities:

• Apply a thorough understanding of contract lifecycle management practices in the Enterprise Contracting Center (ECC) to oversee and manage a portfolio of State and Local Government (SLG) contract; implement firm policies and procedures, as well as provide guidance requiring application of judgment to professionals

• Manage contract portfolio by retaining executed contracts, support document and information for quarterly business reviews, internal audits, and client claims; recommend and execute process enhancements as well as 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

• Interface regularly and effectively with business partners, professionals, and 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; conduct client discussions to reach 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

• Execute tactical plans that support strategic objectives and establish credibility across peer group as well as ECC leaders

• Identify and implement opportunities for innovation within executed tasks, processes, and procedures; may oversee work product(s) and lead entire small projects, managing deadlines, expectations, often contribute to staffing decisions and supervising the work performed by more junior staff; positively influence 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

Qualifications:

• Minimum five years of recent experience with multiple contract types, including but not limited to IDIQs, MSAs, 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; reviewing and commenting on RFPs

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university require; preferable to have Master's Certificate or industry certifications and membership in the National Contract Management Association (NCMA)

• Excellent understanding of components and clauses commonly found in technology contracts; knowledge of technology industry strongly preferred

• Ability to manage projects and processes; apply 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; ability 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; ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels of responsibility and authority; must be able to prioritize, delegate and foster the development of high-performance teams to lead and support an environment driven by customer service and teamwork; profound trouble-shooting and organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously; proficient in Microsoft Tools

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, the firm 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 the firm publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides two firmwide 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 (https://www.kpmguscareers.com/why-kpmg/#benefits) '.

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https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=5324_9_24

KPMG LLP (the U.S. member firm of KPMG International) offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an affirmative action-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 (https://assets.kpmg.com/content/dam/kpmg/us/pdf/2018/09/eeo.pdf) contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.

KPMG does not currently require partners or employees to be fully vaccinated or test negative for COVID-19 in order to go to KPMG offices, client sites or KPMG events, except when mandated by federal, state or local law. In some circumstances, clients also may require proof of vaccination or testing (e.g., to go to the client site).

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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