Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Cleveland Wheel and Brake Systems (CWBS) provides aircraft braking systems and key system components including wheels, brakes, and hydraulic components for the general aviation, turboprop, business jet, rotorcraft and military markets. For over 85 years, airplane manufacturers, landing gear manufacturers, mechanics and pilots have relied on the innovative and reliable Cleveland brand of products, making them one of the world’s most experienced, recognizable, and respected brands in the aircraft industry.

Position Summary

The Contract Administrator III is a senior-level individual contributor responsible for management and administration of high-level contracts (commercial, military, and government), supporting business teams with contract interpretation, and driving improvements to contract management processes. This role operates with a high degree of autonomy, serving as a subject matter expert and supporting strategic decision-making across teams and programs.

Key Responsibilities

· Management and administration of high-value contracts with minimal supervision.

· Customer management which includes customer service, quotes and pricing, forecasting and demand planning.

· Advise leadership on contractual risks, obligations, and compliance issues.

· Assist in cross-functional collaboration during contract development and execution.

· Train, mentor, and support the development of junior staff members.

· Recommend and implement improvements to contract management systems, tools, and processes.

Qualifications

· Strong understanding of contract terms, legal concepts, and risk management.

· Proficiency with contract management systems.

· Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.

· Demonstrated experience supporting executive-level decision-making.

· Bachelor’s degree required; 4+ years of relevant experience.

· Scope of influence includes teams and programs across the organization.

Leadership & Performance Expectations

· Models organizational values and coaches others to demonstrate them.

· Successfully manages high-value, complex contracts independently.

· Recognized as a subject matter expert in contract negotiation and compliance.

· Mentors and develops junior staff, contributing to team growth.

· Demonstrates readiness to lead contract administration at an organizational level.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Many positions at CWBS require access to information or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). For ITAR and EAR purposes, U.S. persons include U.S. citizens, nationals and lawful permanent residents, as well as asylees and refugees. The ITAR and/or EAR may limit access rights for non-US Persons or other unauthorized individuals. CWBS reserves the right to require candidates and employees to provide proof of citizenship, nationality and/or immigration status to determine ITAR and EAR compliance requirements.

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