Public Sector Contracts Manager at Poly in Jacksonville, Florida

Job Description:

Work is no longer a place. It's what you do. And how you do it. More fluid, more flexible, powered by your imagination and by some amazing technology! That's where we come in. We're Poly. We're a global outfitter of pro-grade audio and video technology so that employees everywhere can look and sound their best from anywhere. Join us as we pursue our disruptive vision to bring professional audio and video meeting technology and services to everyone. Be a part of our journey!

Basic Function

1. Supports Public Sector Sales. Duties include responsibility for the management of all contracts for Federal, State, Local and other government (Education and Healthcare) entities. Functions as a subject matter expert for interpreting acquisition regulations and other requirements.

2. Supports Global Services. Duties include working with Legal to review, negotiate, structure, and/or administer contractual documents that establish business relationships with customers and/or partners.

The Contracts Manager advises the organization of contractual rights and obligations and provides interpretation of terms and conditions. Also provides advice on compliance policy, applicable laws, and other customer requirements.

This is a highly visible position, and as such, the ideal candidate will possess strong presentation and interpersonal skills. Possesses strong to excellent analytical and communication skills and have demonstrated the ability to use independent judgment.

Additional Responsibilities

• Lead contact for Poly-held U.S. Government/state/local contracts. Responsible for the administration of contract requirements, including change control process


• Serves as focal point for resolution of contract issues and disputes


• Coordinates all Public Sector related RFP responses:
  
  
  
  • Proactively supports sales to identify new public sector contracting opportunities
  
  
  • Assists in the development of negotiation strategy
  
  
  • Analyzes significant and/or unique contracts, special clauses, provisions, terms and conditions to ensure compliance with appropriate laws, regulations and business unit procedures.
  
  
  
  


• Assists with review of, and compliance with, government procurement rules/processes


• Interacts daily with sales and services management personnel, prime contractors and subcontractors on a variety of contract issues


• Works closely with Legal on non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, business associate agreements, subcontracts and other contracts with partners and suppliers.


• Facilitates SAM updates, reps/certs requests from third parties, and other government procurement requirements


• Provides periodic updates to sales regarding procurement trends/requirements


• Active involvement in regional and national contract management initiatives.

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Skills

• The ideal candidate should have 15+ years of experience as a contracts manager or equivalent, working on federal and state contracts


• Favor candidates with some experience working in the technology/communications industry and in a very fast-paced work environment


• Must have a Bachelor's degree with a significant concentration and combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management or a similar discipline. An advanced degree in one of these disciplines is preferred.


• Must have at least 5 years of related experience evidencing knowledge and routine application of the FAR and DFARS


• Must have strong writing and oral communication skills and be fully computer literate


• NCMA and/or IACCM membership. Certification as a Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM), a Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), or a Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCME), or other comparable designation is highly desirable.

Our Culture



At Poly, leadership principles aren't just something we talk about, they're something we live and breathe. We believe in creating a work environment where people feel empowered, supported, and included -where trust and transparency are built into the way we work - where creativity, curiosity, and continuous improvement are encouraged and nurtured every day.

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  C3 - Customer. Customer. Customer: Customer obsession is everyone's job. You enjoy solving customers' problems - big or small. You work closely with customers, channel partners and their teams to deliver innovative solutions.


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  Raise the Bar: You take pride in your work and know details matter. You know that shavings make a pile. You seek every opportunity to continuously improve teams, products, and processes.


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  Communicate Courageously: You speak with candor but aren't a jerk. You constructively challenge your teammates to get to the best possible outcome or decision. Once a decision is made, you fully align and stay aligned.


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  Onward and Upward: You learn from the past but focus on the future. You rapidly adapt to changes in the marketplace. You help to create solutions that move the company forward with energy, momentum, and results.


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  Own It: You know your business, your customers, and your team - inside and out. You don't sacrifice long-term value for short-term results. You act with integrity, spend money like it's your own, and put Poly first.


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  Take the Leap: Speed matters in business. You encourage and require those around you to think strategically and act decisively. Poly values calculated risk taking.


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  Ride Together: We are one team. We do what we say we'll do, we treat each other with respect, we have each other's back, and we hold each other accountable.


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  Leaders Lead: You know you are part of a larger global community and make decisions as good stewards of the earth, its resources and its people.

Our Commitment as an Equal Opportunity Employer



All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, race, age, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, ancestry, color, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, medical condition, genetic information, accessibility needs, or any other protected class or category recognized by applicable equal employment opportunity or other similar laws.



No matter where you're based, you'll experience a company that believes that teamwork and collaboration drive maximum impact, seeks well-rounded talent to focused on providing the best customer experience, and understands that this is a marathon, not a sprint. And, top of mind to us is continuously and purposefully building an inclusive culture that empowers all of our team members, across the globe, to do their best work and be the best version of themselves.

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