Contracts Manager (Corporate Goods and Services and Concessions)

Compensation Grade:

S22

Salary Range:

$119,280.00-$172,955.00

Opening Date:

August 7, 2026

Closing Date:

August 22, 2026

Please Note: All job announcements close at 11:59 p.m. of the day before the posted closing date.

As Contracts Manager (Corporate Goods and Services and Concessions), you and your team will be responsible for a full range of pre-award, post-award and terminations/close-out functions for major supply, service, concessions and other types of contracts.

Contracts Manager (Corporate Goods and Services and Concessions)

Serves in the Procurement and Contracts Department in the Office of Supply Chain Management at the Headquarters Office.

Performs pre-award and post-award contracting functions, including reviewing, planning, soliciting, evaluating, awarding, and administering large dollar value goods and service contracts. Major clients for this position include the Office of Revenue, the Office of Finance, the General Counsel, Audit, and the Office of Human Resources. Manages and supervises Contracting Officers. Performs related functions.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Leads, mentors, and supervises a team of Contracting Officers, fostering professional development and high performance.

Reviews and approves solicitation documents, contract awards, and contract modifications prepared by the team of Contracting Officers.

Serves as a subject matter expert on supply and services procurement, providing guidance on sourcing strategies and contract negotiations.

Collaborates with the Procurement Director to review incoming requests, assign work, coordinate team workflows, and ensure deadlines are met.

Participates in program review and pre-negotiation conferences with top level/management personnel on proposed procurement programs. Prepares procurement plans conferring with General Counsel and technical staff as appropriate.

Drafts solicitation documents such as Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Invitation for Bids (IFB); chairs pre-proposal conferences for prospective offerors; responds to inquiries from potential offerors and prepares written amendments to the solicitation. as required.

Conducts review of proposals once offers are received. Makes a preliminary review of all offers for conformity and responsiveness.

Conducts negotiations, to obtain price and other terms and conditions most advantageous to the Airports Authority.  

Chairs pre-award conference with the contractor and Airports Authority technical staff, covering the contractor's responsibilities, the scope of work, contract requirements and procedures, scheduling, etc.

Performs contract management and administration.  

Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Seven years of progressively responsible experience in procurement and contract administration. An Equivalent Combination of education and experience.

Knowledge of supervisory principles and ability to manage the operations and programs of the unit/team.

Knowledge of and ability to apply contracting principles, policies, and procedures to pre-award and post-award actions.

Knowledge of and ability to implement various types of contracts and methods of contracting for goods and services.

Skill in managing and administering multiple, major procurements and contracts concurrently.

Ability to perform detailed analyses of data and information and make recommendations.

Commitment to ethics and integrity in public service to ensure ethical and transparent team activities, set an example for integrity on the team, foster full and open competition in procurement and contracting, and in performing related functions.

Ability to speak and write effectively, with emphasis on negotiation and persuasive techniques.

Skill in using a computer and modern office suite software, with emphasis on contracts and procurement management systems/software.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with airport concessions procurement and contracting, to include determining appropriate sourcing method and contract negotiation.

Substantial public sector procurement and contracting experience.

Certification as a Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) by the Universal Public Procurement Certification Council or national or federal certification in a recognized procurement certification/credential.

EDUCATION

A Bachelor’s Degree.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED

A state driver’s license in good standing.

Certification as a Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) by the Universal Public Procurement Certification Council or national or federal certification in a recognized procurement certification/credential within two years of hire, placement, or promotion in the job.

NECESSARY SPECIAL FACTORS

Work is typically reviewed in progress and upon completion for quantity, quality, timeliness, teamwork, customer service, and other factors.

WHAT WE OFFER

A career with the Airports Authority comes with more than just a paycheck; it offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family’s health, financial security, and professional growth. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; well-being resources; health savings and flexible spending accounts; pension and retirement plans; and ongoing training and development opportunities. Discover more about our benefits package here. 

A background security investigation will be required for all new hires.

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