Contractor Administrator

About Oshkosh Defense, an Oshkosh companyOshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others. As an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever-changing needs with next generation defense technologies and advanced systems. We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions.SUMMARYAdminister government service contracts. Serve as the liaison between customers and the company in providing information concerning quotations and orders of GSA and other government contracts.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESManage Contract Coordinators and other support staff as required, including performance reviews, training, and other leadership responsibilities. Involves management and analysis of contracts and problems, evaluating customer requirements and coordinating corrective action. Prepare, administer and coordinate customer/dealer quotations, proposals, bids, orders, contracts and specifications in a timely and efficient manner. Support proposal negotiations with customers. Analyze on a regular basis labor charges, standardize labor purchase orders, and create progress reports on ongoing contracts. Analyze and review reports to ensure costs and schedules are being controlled and managed. Track, analyze and review reports to ensure that costs, schedule, and performance under assigned government programs are being controlled and managed within established guidelines Prepare additional data and/or correspondence as may be required by corporate management. Present a professional image of OSK to U.S. agencies and foreign governments. Work in liaison with corporate departments and government to assist in resolving contract or schedule problems Prepare DD250 forms and DD1149 forms for approval by government to ensure invoicing and product shipment. Assist with preparation of such additional data or correspondence as may be required by management or the provisions of the contract. Interpret contract language and disseminate to company personnel. Assist in the identification of new business and proposal preparation, when required. Communicate consistently with customers to clarify details regarding the orders. Provide information concerning pricing, scheduling, billing, shipping, quality, forecasting and other requests. As required, this person may prepare forecasts, project charts, goals & objectives, in-house reports, and written & verbal correspondence to customers, distributors & vendors. Provide technical support, administrative and research support. Coordinate and host, in a professional demeanor, customer representative visits, factory tours, and product inspections, as needed. Evening or weekend work with customers may be required. Travel to customer locations (CONUS and OCONUS) may reach 25 percent of individuals work time. Other duties as assigned. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS+ Bachelor's degree in Business or related field+ 3-plus years related work experience + Must be able to obtain a secret security clearancePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS+ Prior experience with JDE + Strong computer skills required including Microsoft Office+ The ability to communicate effectively, deal diplomatically with customers & dealers, work independently, prioritize and manage numerous projects, and be innovative and creative 1Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at: or . Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.Advance your career by advancing the world. For many of our team members, this is more than a career. It's a calling. Oshkosh is home to thousands of difference-makers working together to build, serve and protect people and communities around the world. From the front lines to the firehouse, the people we serve are driven by a sense of purpose. The people who work here are no different. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day. As part of a People First culture, you'll be encouraged and empowered to take ownership of your work, develop your career and make a real impact on the world around you.Oshkosh is a global company that designs and manufactures some of the world's toughest specialty and access equipment under the brands of JLG??, Pierce??, Oshkosh?? Defense, McNeilus??, IMT??, Frontline???, Jerr-Dan??, Oshkosh?? Airport Products, and London???.