Contracts Administrator Manager POST NUMBER: 448234
Job Summary:
Our client is seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating the negotiation, management and administration of contracts with customers and suppliers in line with corporate goals and guidelines. This role requires a proactive professional with strong attention to detail and a deep understanding of contracts and the contract management processes in a technology-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Contract Negotiation: Negotiate terms and conditions with customers and suppliers to ensure mutually beneficial agreements while protecting the company's interests.
- Contract Drafting and Review: Prepare, review, and revise contract documents, ensuring compliance with legal standards, company policies, and industry best practices.
- Contract Management: Maintain and organize all contract documentation, including amendments, renewals, and terminations, in a centralized database.
- Compliance Monitoring: Ensure that all contractual obligations are met and adhere to regulatory and legal requirements.
- Risk Assessment: Identify potential risks in contracts and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with outside counsel and internal departments such as finance, sales, and procurement to align contract terms with company objectives.
- Dispute Resolution: Address and resolve any issues or disputes related to contract terms or performance.
- Reporting: Generate regular reports on contract status, key metrics, and compliance issues for management review.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, Law, or a related field (a master's degree or JD is a plus).
- Five plus years Business Contract's Administration experience.
- Strong understanding of contract law, legal terminology, and negotiation strategies.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Familiarity with intellectual property and data security clauses is a plus.
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
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