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Business Development & Contracts Manager

Alera Connect HR

Business Development & Contracts Manager

Ounalashka Corporation

Location:

Anchorage, Alaska (Location Negotiable)

Compensation:

$120,000 - $200,000 DOE + Comprehensive Benefits

Drive Growth. Build Partnerships. Create Opportunity.

Ounalashka Corporation is seeking a highly motivated

Business Development & Contracts Manager

to lead strategic growth initiatives and support the continued success of the Corporation and its federal contracting subsidiary. This unique role combines business development, capture management, relationship building, contract administration, and compliance oversight to help expand business opportunities and strengthen long-term organizational success.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to work directly with executive leadership, develop strategic partnerships, pursue new business opportunities, and contribute to the economic future of an Alaska Native Corporation and its shareholders.

What You'll Do

Business Development & Strategic Growth

Identify, evaluate, and pursue federal, state, local, and commercial contracting opportunities.

Develop and maintain relationships with government agencies, prime contractors, industry partners, and key stakeholders.

Lead opportunity identification, capture planning, and pursuit strategies.

Support teaming arrangements, joint ventures, mentor-protégé relationships, and strategic partnerships.

Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and business intelligence activities.

Maintain business development pipelines and support long-term growth initiatives.

Proposal & Capture Support

Lead bid/no-bid evaluations and opportunity assessments.

Coordinate proposal development efforts and ensure compliance with solicitation requirements.

Support transition planning and startup activities for newly awarded contracts.

Prepare capability statements, presentations, and marketing materials.

Contracts & Compliance Management

Review, negotiate, and administer contracts, subcontracts, agreements, and related documents.

Monitor contract performance requirements, deadlines, deliverables, and modifications.

Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, contract terms, and company policies.

Support audits, compliance reviews, reporting requirements, and risk management activities.

Assist leadership in contract interpretation and strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, Finance, Contract Management, Marketing, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be substituted.

Five or more years of experience in federal contracting, business development, capture management, proposal management, contract administration, or a related field.

Knowledge of federal procurement processes and government contracting regulations.

Experience reviewing, negotiating, and managing contracts and agreements.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Preferred

Experience working with an Alaska Native Corporation, Tribal organization, Native Hawaiian Organization, or government contractor.

Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and related agency regulations.

Experience supporting SBA 8(a) participants and other socio-economic contracting programs.

Professional certifications such as CPCM, CFCM, PMP, APMP, or NCMA credentials.

Experience using tools such as SAM.gov, GovWin, FPDS, or similar federal market intelligence systems.

Why Join Ounalashka Corporation?

Opportunity to directly influence the growth and success of an Alaska Native Corporation

Executive-level visibility and partnership with senior leadership

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive health and retirement benefits

Paid leave and professional development opportunities

Meaningful work supporting shareholder value and economic development initiatives

Shareholder Preference

In accordance with applicable law and company policy, preference may be given to qualified shareholders of Ounalashka Corporation, descendants of shareholders, Alaska Native Corporations, and other candidates eligible for preference consideration. Applicants who wish to be considered for preference will have an opportunity to self-identify during the application process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ounalashka Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the application and selection process and to perform the essential functions of the position.

Anchorage, AK

16 hour(s) ago

Tribal Affiliation(s)

Any Affiliation

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