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KPMG US . KPMG is seeking a Director to join our Enterprise Contracting Center: State & Local Government Team organization. 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. Responsibilities: Apply a comprehensive, specialist level knowledge of contract lifecycle management to set and drive a service management-centric strategy for ECC contracts team(s); ensure consistent application of guidance in providing advice or other solutions to 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 contribute to the achievement of ECC goals by participating in development and execution of tactical plans that improve client service and create incremental client value, cost savings, and process re-engineering. Direct or contribute on multiple key projects, programs and initiatives requiring advanced contract management knowledge and negotiation skills; make independent decisions on high risk and complex matters; identify process improvements and contribute to innovation through enhancements that create client value, efficiencies, and quality. Regularly interface and build collaborative relationships with partners and professionals to champion ECC's value; and with senior client leaders to provide a positive impression of the firm. Establish credibility as a key advisor by providing advice to improve client service based on understanding of client's long-term business needs; assess and mitigate professional practice/regulatory risks; provide insights on intellectual property protection and guidance to enable leadership decisions on key terms. Provide active coaching, mentoring, and knowledge-sharing with junior staff; manage and review team members' work; contribute to planning for short-term needs and deploy resources; may have people management responsibility for a mid-sized to small team of professionals. Qualifications: Minimum ten years of experience in contract management, procurement, and/or deal desk leading negotiation of complex contracts and overseeing a team of contract management professionals, preferably in professional services 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, advocate for leading contract lifecycle management practices, and understand legal matters. Exceptional verbal/written communication, collaboration, negotiation, and influencing skills; ability to direct and empower others to achieve organizational goals and efficiently allocate resources across functions. 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 and its affiliates comply with local, state and federal regulations regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered 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 law. Salary and benefits: KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. California Salary Range: $155,000 - $311,000. Salary ranges vary by location and are displayed as applicable. For more details, see the salary transparency page: https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=1892_9_25. We’re committed to equal opportunity and provide a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) and a broad well-being program. Availability of benefits is based on eligibility and job classification. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer.
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Director, Contracts (SLG)
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KPMG US . KPMG is seeking a Director to join our Enterprise Contracting Center: State & Local Government Team organization. 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. Responsibilities: Apply a comprehensive, specialist level knowledge of contract lifecycle management to set and drive a service management-centric strategy for ECC contracts team(s); ensure consistent application of guidance in providing advice or other solutions to 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 contribute to the achievement of ECC goals by participating in development and execution of tactical plans that improve client service and create incremental client value, cost savings, and process re-engineering. Direct or contribute on multiple key projects, programs and initiatives requiring advanced contract management knowledge and negotiation skills; make independent decisions on high risk and complex matters; identify process improvements and contribute to innovation through enhancements that create client value, efficiencies, and quality. Regularly interface and build collaborative relationships with partners and professionals to champion ECC's value; and with senior client leaders to provide a positive impression of the firm. Establish credibility as a key advisor by providing advice to improve client service based on understanding of client's long-term business needs; assess and mitigate professional practice/regulatory risks; provide insights on intellectual property protection and guidance to enable leadership decisions on key terms. Provide active coaching, mentoring, and knowledge-sharing with junior staff; manage and review team members' work; contribute to planning for short-term needs and deploy resources; may have people management responsibility for a mid-sized to small team of professionals. Qualifications: Minimum ten years of experience in contract management, procurement, and/or deal desk leading negotiation of complex contracts and overseeing a team of contract management professionals, preferably in professional services 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, advocate for leading contract lifecycle management practices, and understand legal matters. Exceptional verbal/written communication, collaboration, negotiation, and influencing skills; ability to direct and empower others to achieve organizational goals and efficiently allocate resources across functions. 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 and its affiliates comply with local, state and federal regulations regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered 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 law. Salary and benefits: KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. California Salary Range: $155,000 - $311,000. Salary ranges vary by location and are displayed as applicable. For more details, see the salary transparency page: https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=1892_9_25. We’re committed to equal opportunity and provide a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) and a broad well-being program. Availability of benefits is based on eligibility and job classification. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer.
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