Los Angeles Metro · 8 hours ago
DIRECTOR, CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION (ROLLING STOCK)
Los Angeles, CA
Contract
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$127K/yr - $191K/yr
5+ years expLos Angeles Metro is dedicated to providing a world-class transportation system in LA County. The Director of Contract Administration will oversee procurement activities related to rolling stock and ensure compliance with regulations while leading contract administration efforts.
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Responsibilities
Directs and oversees contract administration and procurement activities for assigned area
Provides advice to internal and external clients for decisions on all commercial/contract issues
Ensures compliance with federal, state, local, and Metro rules, regulations, and policies
Develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for contract administration and buying staff and activities
Coordinates major contract administration activities with other departments
Assists in the development and modification of Metro's long- and short-range plans
Represents Metro at meetings and events with internal and external representatives, including governmental agencies and professional and business organizations
Ensures alignment on acquisition strategies with internal clients
Ensures that staff appropriately manages the acquisition life cycle, including performance against contracts
Coordinates programs with Diversity and Economic Opportunity to increase participation of Disadvantaged Business Enterprises, Minority Business Enterprises, and Women-Owned Business Enterprises, and ensure compliance with targeted goals
Develops strategies to resolve potential problems on major contracts
Develops general, special, and technical provisions in contracts as needed
Negotiates resolution of complex commercial/contractual concerns and completion and termination processes
Directs the preparation and administration of the division budget for areas of responsibility
Supports the design and maintenance of procurement business systems, including Financial Information System, Maintenance and Materiel Management System, and Automated Storage and Retrieval System
Evaluates or monitors contract performance to determine necessity for amendments or extensions of contracts, and compliance to contractual obligations
Analyzes claims or complaints occurring in performance of contracts
Monitors developments related to assigned areas of responsibility, evaluates their impact upon Metro operations, and recommends and implements improvements
Prepares comprehensive reports and correspondence
Supervises, trains, and motivates assigned staff
Communicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the agency's safety vision and goals; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all subordinate employees
Qualification
Required
A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position
Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Business, Public Administration, or a related field; Master's Degree in a related field preferred
Five years of relevant management-level experience in procurement or contract administration
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions
Preferred
Experience directing and overseeing contract administration and public procurement activities for rolling stock
Experience ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including Buy America requirements in overseeing contracts and procurement activities
Experience negotiating complex contract issues, managing contract closeouts and terminations, and evaluating performance-related claims to support effective contract administration
Experience leading, supervising, and mentoring contract administration staff, fostering professional growth, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals
Experience interpreting budgets and labor agreements, applying laws and regulations, and leading negotiations to achieve effective settlements
Professional certification from National Contract Management Association (NCMA), American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS), Institute for Supply Management (ISM), or equivalent preferred
Company
Los Angeles Metro
Metro is unique among the nation’s transportation agencies.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
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Stephanie Wiggins
Chief Executive Officer
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