Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history.
Key Responsibilities
- We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Senior Contracts Manager to join our Global Commercial Legal team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for both managing and supporting the full lifecycle of sales-side contracts and supplier subcontracts, from negotiation and drafting to execution and closeout. This role requires solid analytical skills, excellent communication, and a thorough understanding of contract law and regulations. Domestic and/or International Travel is required 1-2x/year.
- This is a full-time, hybrid role which will require you to work from our Washington D.C. or San Francisco office 3 days per week.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in proposals, contract, and subcontract management.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field.
- Deep knowledge of US and international procurement regulations (including FAR, DFAR and NFS (NASA)), and standard contractual terms and conditions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in contract management software and Google and Microsoft Office Suites.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Solid analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
- Ability to research and effectively solve problems, effectively collaborate and lead acquisition teams, develop negotiation positions and ensure proper hand-offs with the execution teams
- Certification in Contract Management (e.g., CPCM, CFCM) or Proposal Management.
- Experience in Space based business models, specifically familiarity with and/or experience supporting geospatial, commercial space, and/or satellite remote sensing customers and products.
- Experience with government contracting.
- Experience managing complex government, academic, and/or enterprise level proposals and use cases.
- This position requires access to export-controlled information, and as such, employment (or hiring of a contractor) is contingent upon the candidate’s ability to access all applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.
- These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location, based upon applicable law or company policy.
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
- Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off
- 16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
- Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Home Office Reimbursement
- Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
- Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
- Equity
- Commuter Benefits (if local to an office)