Senior Contract Manager

Job summary

Senior Contract Manager CCC-5 Salary: $100,589 - $115,428 Please see full description & French translation in the attachment below We are committed to delivering Canada to the world, and we want you to join us on this mission The Canadian Commercial Corporation [https://www.ccc.ca/en/about/history/] is Canada’s only government to government contracting agency. For over 75 years, governments around the world have entrusted us to reliably deliver made-in Canada solutions and projects of national importance. Through our international contracting expertise, we simplify and expedite acquisition…

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Senior Contract Manager CCC-5 Salary: $100,589 - $115,428 Please see full description & French translation in the attachment below We are committed to delivering Canada to the world, and we want you to join us on this mission The Canadian Commercial Corporation [https://www.ccc.ca/en/about/history/] is Canada’s only government to government contracting agency. For over 75 years, governments around the world have entrusted us to reliably deliver made-in Canada solutions and projects of national importance. Through our international contracting expertise, we simplify and expedite acquisitions from Canadian suppliers across sectors including aerospace, defence and security, information and communications technology, cleantech and energy, and public infrastructure. If you want to support Canadian businesses to build successful commercial relationships with governments around the world, CCC could be your next career move. Reporting to the Manager, Contract Management, the Senior Contract Manager is responsible for the life cycle of post award contracts of complex goods and services arrangements between Canadian exporters and foreign government buyers. What you’ll be doing * Manages moderate to high complexity contract lifecycle (terms and conditions, cost, schedule, performance obligations) of export contracts from award through to close processes including financial arrangements and managing exporter and buyer issues and relationships * Provides input to business development on contract structuring based on past practices * Leads meetings with exporters and buyers in support of negotiations and issue resolution including contract amendments and changes * Provides input on exporter performance for formal review processes; provides advice, expertise and guidance to exporters to support success in pursuits and delivery * Updates project-specific financials to track progress and identify risks; develops mitigation plans including invoicing and payment approvals * Conducts site visits / meetings of exporter facilities and buyer locations to ensure project delivery is on schedule and in compliance with the contract * Represents CCC at external events such as trade shows and trade development programs – liaises with potential and existing exporters and partner base, including Canadian government representatives, delivers information sessions * Leads the assessment, analysis, monitoring, and mitigation of contract risks and issues for complex procurements/contracts, providing guidance and recommendations to stakeholders and management. What you’ll bring to CCC * Completion of a post-secondary education in commerce or business administration * Minimum of 5 years of experience in contracting and financial management * Knowledge of contract management practices in a domestic and international context which includes international law and contracting practices * Knowledge of client /stakeholder relationship management including business development * Knowledge of office productivity software and databases, discipline-specific software, enterprise software, and technology devices * Knowledge of relevant governing legislation, regulations, and guidelines * English Essential with mandatory fluency in other languages such as, but not limited to Spanish, French, Arabic What we will offer you * Competitive & transparent compensation package * Comprehensive benefit program * Defined-benefit pension plan * Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) * In-house learning and development opportunities * Health and Wellness Allowances * Career Growth Opportunities * Free onsite fitness center Check out Life at CCC [https://www.ccc.ca/en/careers/life-at-ccc/] for more! Employee must be able to work in a hybrid work environment in Ottawa, ON. CCC promotes a workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusion. CCC is also committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. Please advise us of any accommodation requirements during the selection process.

What you’ll do

Manages the full lifecycle of complex post-award export contracts between Canadian exporters and foreign governments. Responsibilities include overseeing financial arrangements, mitigating contract risks, and maintaining relationships with international buyers and suppliers.

Requirements

Requires a post-secondary degree in commerce or business administration and at least 5 years of experience in contracting and financial management. Mandatory fluency in Spanish (reading, writing, and comprehension) and English is required.

Benefits

• Competitive & Transparent Compensation Package • Comprehensive Benefit Program • Defined-benefit Pension Plan • Employee And Family Assistance Program (EFAP) • In-house Learning And Development Opportunities • Health And Wellness Allowances • Career Growth Opportunities • Free Onsite Fitness Center

Listed skills

• Software · Preferred
• French · Preferred
• assessment · Preferred
• analysis · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Client · Preferred
• management · Preferred
• Development · Preferred
• Spanish · Preferred
• contracts · Preferred
• Business development · Preferred
• English · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Contract Lifecycle Management
• Financial Management
• International Law
• Stakeholder Relationship Management
• Business Development
• Risk Mitigation
• Negotiation
• Export Contracting
• Spanish Fluency
• Project Tracking
• Compliance Monitoring
• Contract Structuring