Contracts Manager − Commercial Contracts

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Contract Manager

will provide on-site advice to Accentures business/client units and project teams on contract management and policy compliance matters. You will initiate, track and monitor contract changes, deliverables, correspondence, and risks, and maintain associated documentation. You will enable the management of government contracts in accordance with company policies and procedures, applicable laws, and customer requirements. You may also be responsible for more than one engagement or, alternatively, be full-time on a single engagement (depending on the size/complexity of the agreement).

Responds to complex inquiries regarding contract obligations and revisions.
Identifies risks and issues, suggests alternatives that lead to the best solution.
Reviews and manages contractual obligations of the parties and provides continual review to ensure that all terms and conditions are met.
Prepares and disseminates information regarding contract status, compliance, modifications, etc.
Responsible for consultation and escalation to a CM and Program Leadership of contractual, business or CM positioning issues which are not solved satisfactorily by the project team in a timely manner.
Responsible for implementation of CM processes
Acts as the primary contact between the project team and/or business unit and Legal, ensuring that all legal and contractual matters are addressed efficiently and promptly.
Responsible for informing the project team of the requirements of the contract and monitoring compliance.
Develops and integrates contract management tools, templates, methods, and processes for the engagement.
Achieves a reasonable level of understanding of Accenture’s major business areas (System Integration and/or Outsourcing) to communicate effectively with project Senior Executives and provide relevant advice.
May provide training to Contract Management or program personnel.
Bachelors Degree or equivalent years experience
~7 years of contract management experience in a Federal Government contracting environment experience
~ Experience in managing reseller agreements, asset management, and software licensing/procurement is desired
~ Ability to obtain security clearance

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