Director, Contracts (SLG) role at KPMG US
Overview
KPMG is currently 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. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients and is enabled by a culture that encourages development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence, and supports our communities. If you’re passionate about your future, join our team.
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 teams; 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.
- Contribute strategically and proactively to ECC goals by participating in the development and execution of tactical plans that improve client service, create incremental client value, support cost savings, and enable process re-engineering.
- Direct or primary contributor 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, process efficiencies, and enhanced quality.
- Regularly interface and build collaborative relationships with partners and professionals to champion ECC’s value to the firm and with senior client leaders to foster a positive first impression of the firm.
- Establish credibility as a key advisor by providing advice and recommendations to improve client service based on deep understanding of client’s long-term business needs; assess and mitigate professional practice/regulatory risks; provide insights on intellectual property protection and guide leadership decisions on key terms.
- Provide active coaching, mentoring, and knowledge-sharing with junior staff; manage and review their work products; plan for short-term needs, deploy resources, and may have people-management responsibility for a mid-sized to small team of entry to intermediate level professionals.
Qualifications
- Minimum ten years of recent 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, advocate for leading contract lifecycle management practices, and understand legal matters.
- Exceptional verbal/written communication, collaboration, negotiation, and influencing skills to lead a customer-service-driven environment; ability to direct, motivate and empower others and allocate resources effectively across functions; contribute to strategic initiatives and organizational design.
- 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. No sponsorship is available for this opportunity.
Compensation and Benefits
KPMG complies with all local/state regulations regarding salary ranges and displays salary information where required. The ranges below or via provided links apply to certain locations and are determined based on factors such as skills, experience, and market considerations. California Salary Range: $155,000 – $311,000. KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and well-being benefits. Eligible employees receive Personal Time Off, paid holidays, and other benefits described on the KPMG US Careers site.
KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit on a rolling basis and consider candidates as they apply until the position is filled. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law.
Location
San Diego, CA
Seniority level
- Director
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- General Business