North American Contracts Manager overseeing contract management across North America with a focus on compliance and efficiency. Drive change and collaborate with internal stakeholders for contract lifecycle management.
Responsibilities
Lead change, drive impact, and shape the future of how products move through global supply chains
Responsible for leading the contract management processes across North American region, ensuring consistency and compliance
Manage the full contract lifecycle from drafting and negotiation to execution, renewal, amendment, and close-out while maintaining alignment with business objectives
Develop standardized templates, approval workflows, and contract-management procedures, and ensure adherence to organizational and regulatory standards
Independently draft, evaluate, negotiate, execute, and manage high-value and high-risk contracts in various areas (supplier, vendor, service etc.) through their full lifecycle including renewal, amendment, and close-out
Manage contract administration activities within North America, ensuring compliance and efficiency
Develop and implement standardized contract templates and approval workflows to streamline negotiations
Maintain and monitor the contract repository; ensure accurate documentation and timely updates
Serve as a central liaison with internal stakeholders (finance, operations, senior management) and external parties; maintain communication channels and relationships
Monitor performance against contract terms; identify and resolve issues, breaches, or disputes; mitigate risks and advise on improvements
Read and interpret contracts, correspond with contracting parties, and ensure all obligations are met
Work closely with the Commercial Sales team on all commercial contracts
Partner cross-functionally on supplier and vendor agreements to ensure compliance and alignment with organizational objectives
Develop contract-management procedures and train internal teams on best practices
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required; preferred degree in a legal field
7-10 years of experience in commercial contract management or legal operations
Comprehensive knowledge of contract management concepts and principles
Lead and influence stakeholders effectively, fostering collaboration and alignment across diverse teams
Analyze complex data and situations with precision, applying strong negotiation strategies to achieve favorable outcomes
Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in contracts and proactively identifying risks
Apply creative and strategic problem-solving skills to resolve challenges and optimize processes
Organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining timelines and delivering results under pressure
Build and maintain strong client and customer relationships, ensuring satisfaction and trust
Communicate clearly and persuasively, both verbally and in writing, to convey complex information to varied audiences
Navigate regulatory requirements and implement risk mitigation strategies to ensure compliance and protect organizational interests
Benefits
Hybrid work schedule: in-office Tuesday through Thursday and remote Monday and Friday
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