Temporary Commercial/Government Contracts Manager

Robert Half is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Contracts Specialist to support a manufacturing organization in New Jersey. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for a professional with a strong background in commercial and government contracting, contract negotiation, and contract administration. The successful candidate will work closely with legal, business, and operational stakeholders to ensure agreements are drafted, reviewed, negotiated, and managed effectively while supporting compliance requirements in highly regulated industries.

Location: REMOTE  

Job Type: Contract

Duration: 6+ Months (potential for extension)

Hours: 40 hours per week, M-F

Pay Rate: $40-55/hour

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, revise, and negotiate a wide range of commercial and government contracts.
• Analyze contract terms and conditions to identify risks, obligations, and compliance requirements.
• Provide ongoing contract administration and management support throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Prepare amendments, addenda, statements of work, purchase agreements, and other contract-related documentation.
• Serve as a resource to internal teams regarding contract interpretation, obligations, and issue resolution.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to mitigate contractual risks and support business objectives.
• Monitor contract milestones, renewals, modifications, and closeout activities to ensure timely completion.
• Support contracting activities within regulated industries, including aerospace, defense, and manufacturing environments.
• Maintain accurate contract records and documentation in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated experience managing both commercial and government contracts in a contracts, legal, procurement, or compliance-related role.
• Proven ability to negotiate terms and conditions with customers, vendors, suppliers, and business partners.
• Strong contract drafting, editing, and document review skills.
• Experience with contract lifecycle management and contract administration processes.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with regulated industries such as aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or similarly complex sectors.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving capabilities.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated experience managing both commercial and government contracts in a contracts, legal, procurement, or compliance-related role.
• Proven ability to negotiate terms and conditions with customers, vendors, suppliers, and business partners.
• Strong contract drafting, editing, and document review skills.
• Experience with contract lifecycle management and contract administration processes.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with regulated industries such as aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or similarly complex sectors.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving capabilities.

Compensation

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