Associate Analyst, Contract Administration

Location: 

West Hartford, CT, US, 06110-1328

Business Unit:  Systems and Support
Function:  Contracts

TRIUMPH designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs and overhauls a broad portfolio of aviation and industrial components, accessories, subassemblies, systems and aircraft structures. We partner with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and operators of commercial, regional, business and military aircraft worldwide, to provide products and services that solve their hardest problems. So whatever the part, component or complexity of assembly, TRIUMPH is committed to quality, service and meeting the specialized needs of each customer.

TRIUMPH participates at all levels of the aerospace supply chain – from single components, to complex systems, to aerospace structures and their contents. We provide solutions for the entire product life cycle of an aircraft – from raw material to aftermarket service. Our unique ability to integrate a broad range of products and capabilities is our competitive advantage.

We are rapidly growing and looking for people who feel rewarded by innovation, career growth, and making an impact all while working with state-of-the-art equipment on cutting-edge projects. If you're ready to be challenged, inspired, and supported as you pursue your professional best, we hope you'll explore a future with TRIUMPH. 

Position

We have an exciting opportunity for a Contracts Administrator to join our West Hartford, CT team. The Contract Administrator’s primary responsibilities are account management, customer point of contact, and overall administrative liaison.

Responsibilities

•Participate in and/or conduct front-end strategic assessment of business pursuits, proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper fulfillment in accordance with Company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
•Perform preliminary review and analysis of contract terms and conditions as well as conduct preliminary research of specific contract issues.
•Attend Program Management monthly program status review meetings to provide support to change management, claim development, and negotiation strategy and support.
•Perform preliminary review of various contractually binding documents: MOU (Memorandum of Understanding), MOI (Memorandum of Intent), NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement), and PIA (Proprietary Information Agreement) in coordination with Management. 
•Provide negotiation support to Contracts Supervisor, New Business Development and Program Management as required.
•Support Finance, Program Management, Engineering, and Compliance with regard to contract matters, regulatory issues, government contracting, and commercial contracting.
•Ensure ERP sales order entry is complete, timely, and accurate.
•Initiate the enterprise-wide contract review necessary to submit customer proposals for momentum and new business, this includes providing input and direction to pricing, statement of work verification, terms and conditions verification, preliminary proposed draft response, and adherence to quality and supply chain requirements.
•Maintains phone and written communication with customers relative to contract issues.
•Facilitates the flow down of key customer contract terms to the appropriate function and coordinates such flow down activity to mitigate risk and assure contract compliance for Government and Commercial business. 
•Assist in developing and implementing standard process and procedure of the contract administration function.
•Ensures that the obligations of the contract are fulfilled throughout the duration of the contract. Conducts routine review and response to customer contract demands in coordination with the Business and Marketing groups.
•Interpret contract language and consult with management and corporate legal as needed for matters requiring legal interpretation.
•Maintain custody and order of all contractual documents.
•Provide administration of overhaul and repair contracts for a diverse range of domestic and international commercial and military customers.
•Complete order review, entry, acknowledgement, and amendments.
•Meet customer expectations and maintain strong customer relationships, risk and cost control, and contribute to organizational profitability and success.
•Prepare quotes and proposals in response to advance customer requests and units already at the repair station.
•Support monthly S&OP meetings to ensure accurate part provisioning.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 
•Bachelor’s degree, plus to 3-5 years of experience preferred.
•and one to four years related experience and /or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
•Extremely strong customer service skills, strong business acumen and positive attitude required.
•High volume quoting and contract award environment.  Fast-paced, multi-tasker with superior organization skills and closing skills required.
•Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required – Excel Mastery is required.
•Strong written and verbal communication skills 
•Knowledge of JDE ERP system preferred.

 

 

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 
•Previous contract administration experience in the aerospace industry.
•FAR and government contracting experience and knowledge preferred.

 

 

Physical Requirements (Lifting, Bending, Stretching, etc.)
•Ability to walk, stand and sit for periods of time.
•Ability to remain seated for long periods of time while working on a computer or documentation, etc.
•Must have manual dexterity to operate computer keyboard and standard office equipment.
•Must be capable of withstanding long period of viewing data on a computer screen and/or in paper format.
•Ability to interact with a diversity of people and diverse levels of personnel.

Our Vision:

As one team, we enable the safety and prosperity of the world.

Our Mission:

We partner with our Customers to TRIUMPH over their hardest aerospace, defense, and industrial challenges to deliver value to our stakeholders.

Our Values:

  1. Integrity – Do the right thing for our stakeholders.  We value safety, diversity, and respect.
  2. Teamwork – Win as One team-one company.  Solicit help and assist others.
  3. Continuous Improvement – Pursue zero defect quality.  Attack problems and relentlessly raise the bar.
  4. Innovation – Passion for growing the business.  Lead through ingenuity and entrepreneurship.
  5. Act with Velocity – Partner, anticipate and communicate.  Proactively solve problems.

 

Code of Conduct:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the TRIUMPH behaviors captured within our core values: Integrity, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement, Innovation, and Act with Velocity. Detailed definitions are below and performance metrics for each behavior can be found on our intranet and is embedded within our Performance Management processes.  All employees are expected to represent the values and maintain the standards contained in TRIUMPH’s Code of Conduct.

Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS):

Employees are responsible for the Health, Safety, and Welfare of themselves, the environment, and other people. All employees must comply with EHS policy training and instructions, help to maintain a safe and clean working environment, and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the Company. Employees must report any accidents, incidents, and near misses to management. Additionally, employees are expected to notify management of any dangerous or potentially dangerous situations or practices.

Additional Information:

Triumph is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

SELECT US positions require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the Export administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to be eligible for applicable positions, you must be a US Person under ITAR or eligible for approval for a U.S. Government export license.  A US Person is a US Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident, refugee or asylee. All inquires related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.

U.S. applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Please contact us if you require assistance in applying for TRIUMPH and we will provide reasonable accommodations via HRDepartment@triumphgroup.com.