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Contract Specialist

Starting Base Salary Range of $100,000 to $115,000 (DOE)

For over 100 years, we’ve manufactured high-quality products right here in the USA. We still operate out of our Oregon-based factory to this day, producing innovative, battle-proven optics for the world's most relentless hunters, shooters, law enforcement officers, and military personnel. Regardless of the product, whether it's a red dot or a riflescope, we design and manufacture it with one goal in mind—to ensure it performs for life.

At Leupold and Stevens we’re American to the Core and passionate about what we do. Product excellence and uncompromising quality are our top priorities. We’ve built a collaborative, high performance culture where team players with innovative ideas and a sense of urgency thrive.

Our benefits package is amazing:

• affordable health and dental insurance
• a strong commitment to training and professional development including an internal skills development program for all manufacturing team members
• a generous tuition reimbursement program
• company contributions up to 8.5% of base pay into a 401K retirement account
• profit sharing
• and great product discounts (to name a few)

What You’ll Be Doing as a Contract Specialist:

Coordinates key contracting processes and government programs related to US & international military, law enforcement, and government business including preparation of bids, negotiation of terms, monitoring shipments and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.

• Prepares, tracks, and manages a wide range of contract documents (MRs, PRs, SOWs, task orders, invoices, deliverables, government furnished property, etc.)
• Prepares solicitation documents and responses for RFP's, invitations for bid, RFQ's and OTA's
• Manages the bidding process, evaluation process, and bid protests
• Negotiates contract terms and conditions
• Reviews scopes of work and deliverables to ensure clarity, enforceability, and legal compliance
• Forecasts and analyzes contract activity and shares key information with stakeholders
• Coordinates with internal teams to ensure timely delivery of products and services; identifies and resolves contract performance issues
• Investigates and resolves compliance problems and supports development of corrective action plans
• Maintains organized and complete contract files and documentation
• Oversees contract audits, corrects deficiencies, and updates procedures to prevent future issues
• Works with OEM partners on bids and tenders
• Collaborates closely with international/military sales, production, engineering, finance teams, and quality department throughout the contract lifecycle
• Stays current on government procurement trends and regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Experience You’ll Need as a Contract Specialist:

• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in business administration or a related field. With 7+ years of related work experience in government/DOD contract formation, administration and compliance. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Working knowledge of contract laws, financing, regulations and procedures applicable to the acquisition and administration of government contracts as they relate to governmental agencies and DOD (DCAA, DCMA, DLA and GSA) required
• Experience in DoD contract management, working knowledge of the FAR/DFARS, OTA's, and knowledge of the DOD acquisition process preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office applications including Word, Excel, Access and Outlook and user familiarity with ERP/MRP applications required
• Specialized Contract Administration training or certification preferred (NCMA - National Contract Management Association, WorldCC - World Commerce & Contracting, etc.)
• Familiarity with shooting sports, hunting, military/Law enforcement and/or firearms is strongly preferred.
• Security clearance eligibility required

Work Environment for a Contract Specialist:

Work is performed in a normal office environment with the occasional exposure to manufacturing environment. Occasional travel required.

For details on positions and to apply, go to:

www.leupold.com/careers

Leupold & Stevens, Inc.

14400 NW Greenbrier Parkway

Beaverton, Oregon 97006

* A core business objective at Leupold & Stevens is to maintain a workplace in which each employee can achieve their full potential. The company was founded on the principle of giving customers and our team members ‘A Square Deal’; to us, this means advocating for the employment opportunities and advancements of all individuals regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. We resolutely believe all aspects and privileges of employment should be determined by skills and behaviors, not personal identities.

* With our commitment to make our application process and workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities, we will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for an individual applicant to participate in the job application process. To request an accommodation to the application process, please send an email to HRDept@Leupold.com or call (503) 646-9171 and a Leupold & Stevens representative will contact you.

* Leupold & Stevens, Inc. is a drug free workplace. All final candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

* Leupold & Stevens, Inc. complies with all applicable FAR & DFAR regulations.

* We hire U.S. citizens and persons lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. All new employees must complete an INS Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9). Positions may require a deemed export control license for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Placement is contingent on Leupold & Stevens, Inc.’s ability to apply for and obtain an export control license on your behalf.