Contracts Manager

Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.

Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!

The Commercial Manager is responsible for establishing and maintaining customer contracts (sell-side), throughout their lifecycle, for Ultra’s Canadian Line of Business (LOB).

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

Role Requirements

This individual contributor role identifies and mitigates risk in customer contracts, negotiates and ensures compliance with the contract’s terms and conditions, and oversees change management for the contracts. This role regularly advises other LOB functions on contractual matters and is seen as the subject matter expert.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and mitigate contractual risk throughout the program/project lifecycle from bid to closure;
• Lead negotiations with customers on acceptable terms and conditions during bid/award and project execution phases;
• Prepare, review and negotiate agreements including, but not limited to NDAs/PIAs, MOUs, and Teaming Agreements, to protect Ultra’s contractual and strategic interests;
• Review and markup terms and conditions, identifying onerous or risky obligations for Ultra;
• Ensure the effective flow of prime terms into contractual arrangements with suppliers;
• Ensure that the contractual aspects of proposals are reviewed, drafted, and submitted accordingly;
• Negotiate and manage bank issued bonds and guarantees;
• Advise senior leadership and other functional team members on contractual matters;
• Represent the Contracts function at internal/external program meetings and drive contractual action items to completion;
• Maintain effective contractual governance in accordance with policies, procedures and processes;
• Any other duties as required by the company.

Qualifications

• Degree in Law or Commerce or related field;
• 8+ years’ experience working in commercial/contracts administration in a customer-facing (sell-side) role ;
• Ability to identify key areas in contract terms that, if accepted, would represent a significant risk to the company;
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills;
• Advanced presentation skills with ability to present in front of executive leadership team;
• Strong conflict resolution skills esp. in customer negotiations;
• Self-motivated and proactively able to manage/prioritize own work to achieve objectives;
• The Candidate must be capable of acquiring a NATO Secret security clearance and a Canadian Controlled Goods assessment to the satisfaction of the company

Desired Skills

• Aerospace/defence or related business is an advantage;
• International contracting experience a plus;
• Knowledge of contract law and government regulations (including Export Control) as they relate to commercial and contracts functions;
• High level of capability with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

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Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a competitive benefits package including extended health and dental, life insurance, RRSP, deferred profit sharing, optional critical illness insurance, an EFAP and student bursaries

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We encourage regular manager-employee performance feedback, goal alignment and employee development through our Employee Performance Development Plan (EPDP) and offer employee education assistance to allow our people to acquire new qualifications and certifications.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and particularly welcome applications from Women, Aboriginal Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Visible Minorities.

Reasonable accommodation statement: If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email View email address on ca.workus.org

Company: Ultra Maritime