Contract Manager

Our client is a multi-million diverse global manufacturer who is seeking a Contracts Manager.

This is a newly created role as addition to staff due to work load & growth and is intended for an earlier career Contracts Professional (or Paralegal) who wants to further develop their contracts career under the guidance and mentorship of the Director.

This is hybrid reporting to the office 3 days a week after getting acclimated and familiar.

Experience in manufacturing, oil & gas, power generation, engineering, or government contracting is desirable but not necessary.

Must include resume in Word or PDF with submission

Qualified candidates will be contacted.

Will lead the contract life cycle, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements while maximizing value and mitigating risks. This role requires a proactive professional with experience in full-cycle contract management, including contract drafting, redlining, negotiation, execution and post-execution management.

Duties

• Draft, review, redline and negotiate a variety of contracts, including but not limited to NDAs, MSAs, purchase agreements, service agreements, purchase orders, LOIs, change orders and vendor contracts.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as Legal,Sales, Procurement and Operations, to align contract terms with legal, regulatory and company requirements.
• Manage operational, financial and legal risk to the company through robust contract management.
• Manage the full contract life cycle from initiation through execution, renewal or termination.
• Ensure all executed contracts are accurately stored and indexed in the contract management system.
• Track key contract milestones, deliverables and obligations, including renewal dates and notice provisions.
• Support resolution of contract-related disputes in collaboration with the Legal team and external counsel when necessary.
• Serve as point of contact for contractual matters across multiple domestic and international business units.
• Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on contract management concepts, best practices and obligations.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, English, Finance, or a related field.
• 4 to 8 years of progressive experience in contract management
• Proven track record of successfully managing agreements and other documents with multiple stakeholders.
• Good understanding of contract law, terms and conditions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.