Manager Contracts, State & Local Government

Manager Contracts, State & Local Government

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KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today’s most important industries. We thrive on delivering real results for our clients, supported by a culture that encourages individual development, embraces inclusivity, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities.

• Apply a thorough understanding of contract lifecycle management practices to oversee and manage a portfolio of contracts; retain executed contracts and support document and information gathering for quarterly reviews, internal audits, and client claims.
• Recommend and execute process enhancements and improvements; document current policies, processes, and protocols to ensure consistency; manage contract repository and engagement data to maximize value.
• Act as end‑to‑end point of contact throughout the contract management process, escalating to leadership when necessary; review client redlines and terms, leverage playbooks and guides, and negotiate directly with clients.
• Interface regularly with business partners, professionals and external clients to drive desired outcomes; apply good judgment on risk and growth to protect the organization.
• Execute tactical plans that support strategic objectives; conduct client discussions to address key business/regulatory risks and provide guidance on applicable terms.
• Identify and implement opportunities for innovation within tasks, processes and procedures; lead small projects, manage deadlines and expectations, mentor junior staff, and serve as a formal performance manager when appropriate.
• Act with integrity, professionalism and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG’s respectful and courteous work environment.

• Minimum five years of recent experience managing a portfolio of commercial contracts, purchase orders or similar roles; experience with IDIQs, MSAs, STCs, prime contracts, subcontracts, and task orders, and with state or municipal government entities.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university is required; master’s or industry certifications from the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) are preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and Excel.
• Strong ability to identify contract risks and mitigation strategies, and to articulate improvement opportunities based on contract lifecycle knowledge and market trends.
• Excellent project and process management skills, with a track record of making concrete decisions that impact the organization.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact with all levels of responsibility and authority and to foster high‑performance teams.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without U.S. work‑visa sponsorship.

California Salary Range: $101,200 – $215,100.

KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status or any other category protected by applicable laws.

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