Contract Manager

Location: Onsite 3 days per week (Hybrid). This is a long term contract.

About the Role

Are you a strategic collaborator who thrives on maximizing value, building rock-solid vendor relationships, and driving operational excellence? As our SPM Contract Manager II, you will take center stage in managing the full lifecycle of our medium-to-large-scale business unit contracts.

In this role, you won’t just manage contracts—you will champion end-to-end strategy, mitigate risks, drive Continuous Improvement (CI), and serve as a vital bridge between our Supply Chain Management (SCM) team and key stakeholders. If you are an autonomous problem-solver with a knack for negotiation and a passion for mentorship, we want you on our team.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

🎯 Strategy & Contract Lifecycle Management

• Lead Contract Strategy: Develop and execute robust contract strategies within the business unit/Center of Excellence (COE).

• Full Lifecycle Ownership: Oversee medium and high-value contracts from inception through execution, modification, and final close-out, extension, or renewal.

• Define Terms: Craft contract terms and conditions in strict alignment with corporate and company standards.

• Purchase Order (PO) Management: Oversee technical and commercial PO-specific work efforts in compliance with corporate policy.

🤝 Vendor Performance & Relationship Management

• Drive Compliance: Actively monitor and manage vendor performance, ensuring total adherence to payment terms and contract conditions.

• Conflict Resolution: Intervene, analyze, and swiftly resolve complex business and contractual conflicts between the company and external vendors.

• Foster Visibility: Ensure signed contracts are clearly communicated across teams, providing the visibility, awareness, and interpretation needed for seamless implementation.

• Collaborative Partnering: Work hand-in-hand with SCM to provide guidance on vendor selection and structure high-impact contract negotiations.

📈 Performance Tracking & Continuous Improvement

• Data-Driven Insights: Generate comprehensive metric reports tracking contract management performance, development, and compliance.

• Value Optimization: Support the development of SPM value targets, track goals, and proactively identify opportunities to maximize value.

• Process Evolution: Analyze current operational workflows and implement smart modifications using Continuous Improvement (CI) principles.

• Mentorship: Serve as a leader and guide by mentoring fellow Contract Managers and supporting their professional development.

What You Bring to the Table

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Associate’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Experience: 5+ years of proven, hands-on experience utilizing modern contract management techniques.

• Software Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, SAP, Maximo, and SRM.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

• Demonstrated experience leading a team or steering large-scale projects.

Core Competencies:

• Autonomy & Drive: Ability to work independently, manage your own schedule, and own your outcomes.

• Project Management: Robust organizational skills with acute attention to detail.

• Influence & Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional communication skills with a proven track record of influencing and partnering with key internal and external stakeholders.

• Sharp Negotiation: Strong conflict-resolution and negotiation skills to advocate for the company’s best interests.

Why Join Us?

We offer a dynamic, collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts our bottom line. Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid schedule (3 days onsite, 2 days remote) while playing a defining role in our supply chain success.

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