Contracts Manager

JOB SUMMARY

The Contracts Manager oversees and manages all aspects of post award contract development, administration, and negotiation within the organization. This position is responsible for ensuring that contracts and supporting budgets/documents are drafted, reviewed, and executed in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and industry standards. The Contracts Manager collaborates closely with internal teams and external partners to mitigate risks and optimize contract outcomes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the drafting, review, negotiation, and execution of commercial agreements to include Sponsor and Vendor CDAs, Work Orders, Change Orders, and other non-complex business agreements.
• Development of and revisions to budgets to support work orders and change orders.
• Advise senior leadership and project teams on contractual rights, obligations, and risks.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and/or regulatory compliance, and company SOPs/organizational policies throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Through the CLM platform, report and manage contract renewals, amendments, and terminations, ensuring timely and accurate documentation
• Assist with the resolution of contractual disputes and issues through effective negotiation and collaboration with stakeholders.
• Maintain the CLM platform to ensure the executed agreement repository is maintained and accurate record-keeping and reporting.
• Provide guidance to key stakeholders and staff on contract management processes and risk mitigation strategies.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

TRAVELING

Minimal travel required (less than 10%) to and from the home office to corporate headquarters in New Jersey annually.

Salary range between $125,000 - $135,000. Final compensation is based on skills, experience, location, and overall expertise.