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KPMG US

Director, Contracts (SLG)

KPMG US, Bentonville, Arkansas, United States, 72712

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Director, Contracts (SLG)

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KPMG US

Overview Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.

KPMG is currently seeking a Director to join our Enterprise Contracting Center: State & Local Government Team organization.

Responsibilities

Apply a comprehensive, specialist-level knowledge of contract lifecycle management to set and drive a service-management-centric strategy for Enterprise Contracting Center (ECC) contracts team(s); ensure consistent application of guidance in providing advice or other solutions to the ECC and business-area professionals; ensure contracting processes are followed by contract managers per business, Risk Management, Independence, and Office of General Counsel requirements

Strategic and proactive responsibility to significantly contribute to the achievement of ECC goals, objectives, and priorities by participating in the development and execution of tactical plans that improve client service and create incremental client value, cost savings, and process re-engineering

Direct or be a primary contributor on multiple key projects, programs and initiatives that require advanced contract management knowledge and negotiation skills; make independent decisions related to required responsibilities and use judgment to regularly make decisions on high-risk and complex matters; identify process improvement opportunities and significantly contribute to innovation through implementation of enhancements that create high client value, process efficiencies, and/or enhanced quality

Regularly interface and build collaborative relationships with partners and professionals to champion ECC's value to the firm; and with the most senior leaders at client organizations to provide a positive first impression of the firm

Establish credibility as a key advisor by providing advice and recommendations to significantly improve client service based on in-depth understanding of client's long-term business needs; assess and mitigate professional practice/regulatory risks/issues associated with terms, provide insights and guidance on intellectual property protection issues, and provide insights and advice to enable leadership decisions on key terms

Provide active coaching, mentoring, and knowledge-sharing with junior staff to advance their career development; and manage and review those team members' work product; contribute to planning for short term needs, i.e., projects and processes; may have people-management responsibility for a mid-sized to small team of entry level through intermediate level professionals

Qualifications

Minimum ten years of recent extensive experience in contract management, procurement, and/or deal desk leading negotiation of complex contracts and overseeing a team of contract management professionals, preferably in the professional services industry in Federal, SLG or commercial contracting domains

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university; master's degree preferred

Ability to manage multiple concurrent programs, applying expertise to make concrete decisions that impact the firm; understanding of and ability to advocate for leading contract lifecycle management practices, with an interest and acumen for understanding legal matters

Exceptional verbal/written communication, collaboration, negotiation, and influencing skills to lead an environment driven by customer service and teamwork; ability to direct, motivate and empower others to work towards the organization's goals, ensuring efficient allocation of resources across multiple functions; ensure execution of strategic initiatives for the organization; ability to address emerging opportunities and how organization should be organized/staffed to realize them

Certified in Contract Management, such as NCMA preferred

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

Compensation California Salary Range: $155000 - $311000

Additional information KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG 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 federal, state or local laws.

KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries comply with local/state regulations regarding salary disclosures. If offered, salary is determined based on factors including applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits.

Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of benefits and PTO; holidays are observed and there are two breaks per year. Details about benefits are available on the KPMG US Careers site.

Our recruitment is on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Los Angeles County applicants: material job duties include adherence to company policies, judgment, stress management, safe and respectful work, trustworthiness, and safeguarding business operations. California Fair Chance Act and related ordinances apply; we will consider qualified applicants with arrest/conviction records.

Seniority level Director

Employment type Full-time

Job function General Business

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