Full-Time

Contracts Manager

Federal, Remote

Posted on 4/19/2024

Axon

1,001-5,000 employees

Public safety technologies and software solutions

Hardware

Aerospace

Senior

Washington, DC, USA

Required Skills

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience negotiating and administering US Federal Government contracts
Thorough knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation and agency supplements
Bachelor’s degree
Experience contracting with distributors, teaming agreements, and GSA schedules
JD or MBA preferred
Experience using contract lifecycle management systems and customer relationship management software
Proficiency in Spanish, Portuguese or French is preferred

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate prime contracts with US Federal Government agencies
Coordinate contract review and negotiation across multiple organizations
Review requests for proposals (RFP) and quotes (RFQ) to ensure compliance
Administer and manage documents and forms related to procurement efforts
Support and lead updates to Legal team’s processes and procedures
Review, analyze, and report on RFP, RFQ, and contract terms
Manage record-keeping for all contract-related correspondence
Mentor associate contract managers and other junior employees

Join Axon and be a Force for Good.

At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other.

Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you’ll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.

Your Impact

Are you a world-class contracts manager with focus, passion, and high attention to detail? Are you a skilled negotiator with the ability to prepare, think, and communicate with clarity under pressure, bringing both sides to a swift resolution? Do you have experience with US Federal government contracting, to include both the Department of Defense and Federal civilian executive agencies? Are you great at mitigating risk for the business while keeping a customer-first attitude? Do you have a positive attitude and a “start-up” spirit? Axon is looking for a person exactly like you to join our Legal team!

As a Contracts Manager, you will partner with business teammates to negotiate, prepare, examine, analyze, manage, and administer a variety of US Federal and State and Local Government contract actions, with particular emphasis on sales contracts, as well as drive and improve Axon’s contracting processes to set Axon up for long-term success. You will partner with a wide variety of stakeholders within Axon to facilitate contract review and negotiations.

What You’ll Do

Draft, review, and negotiate prime contracts with US Federal Government agencies for the sale of Axon’s goods and services, vendor, and supply.
Coordinate contract review and negotiation across multiple organizations including Legal, Finance, Sales Operations, Information Security, and Product.
Review requests for proposals (RFP) and quotes (RFQ) to ensure compliance with terms and conditions.
Administer and manage documents and forms related to procurement efforts.
Support and lead updates to our Legal team’s processes and procedures including contract playbooks, contract lifecycle management systems, and customer relationship management platforms.
Review, analyze, and report on RFP, RFQ, and contract terms and conditions.
Manage record-keeping for all contract-related correspondence and documentation.
Mentor associate contract managers and other junior employees.
Other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

Minimum of 5 years of experience negotiating and administering US Federal Government contracts for sales of goods and services (including SaaS), including but not limited to sales under Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 12 (commercial products and services).
Experience negotiating commercial contracts for sales of goods and services to State and Local Government or private entities.
Thorough knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation and agency supplements, task/delivery order contracts, purchase orders, and blanket purchase agreements.
Maniacal stickler for organization and attention to detail.
Experience analyzing and mitigating risk for the business during every contract negotiation.
Willingness to take on any task big or small to get the job done.
Experience working with legal counsel to drive contracts to execution.
Experience fulfilling the reporting requirements of contracts.
Bachelor’s degree.
Must be able to work legally in the U.S.
Experience contracting with distributors, teaming agreements, and GSA schedules
JD or MBA preferred.
Experience assisting with responding to requests for proposals/quotes; thorough understanding of complying with proposal instructions and evaluation factors .
Experience using contract lifecycle management systems and customer relationship management software (e.g., Salesforce.com).
Experience working with finance department on pricing, accounting, or revenue recognition contract requirements.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Proficiency in Spanish, Portuguese or French is preferred.

Benefits That Benefit You

Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
Discretionary paid time off
Paid parental leave for all
Medical, Dental, Vision plans
Fitness Programs
Emotional & Mental Wellness support
Learning & Development programs
Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work

The Pay: Axon is a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards. The starting base pay for this role is between USD 104,000 in the lowest geographic market and USD 156,000 in the highest geographic market. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: level, function, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, geographic market, and often a combination of all these factors. Our benefits offer an array of options to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. To see more details on our benefits offerings please visit www.axon.com/careers/benefits.

Don’t meet every single requirement? That’s ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Important Notes

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axon’s impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We’re committed to hiring the best talent — regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances — and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email [email protected]. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.

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Axon specializes in public safety technology, offering innovative solutions like connected cameras, advanced energy weapons, and evidence management software. By focusing on enhancing officer safety, de-escalating conflicts, and accelerating justice, this company is a leader in setting industry standards for reducing gun-related incidents between police and the public. Aspiring to cut such fatalities by 50% in the next decade, it presents a mission-driven work environment where technological advancements make a tangible difference in community safety.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$246M

Headquarters

Scottsdale, Arizona

Founded

1993

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 10%

1 year growth

↑ 24%

2 year growth

↑ 68%

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

Fitness Programs

Mental Health

Pre-Tax Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)

Annual Bonuses

Stocks

Remote Work

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Room to Grow

Leadership Development Program

Learning and Development