Contract Manager I

Position Summary Contract Manager for our office in Pittsburgh, PA. Supports the Water Solutions and Services business in the preparation, review, and negotiation of bids and contracts. Works on complex projects and contracts, exercising a high level of critical thinking and business judgment. Requires understanding of business strategy, legal issues and financial implications. Responsibilities Provide guidance and support to the Integrated Solutions and Services business in reviewing contract documents, bids, and proposals. Work closely with management, sales teams, project management teams and engineering teams to review, revise and negotiate proposals and contract documents. Exercise independent business judgment to counsel the business on commercial terms and contracting strategies. Negotiate directly with customers on matters ranging from the sale of standard products to multi-million dollar projects. Develop and administer processes for bid submission, response to solicitations and contract approval. Assist with preparation and compilation of proposals and bids as part of a cross-functional team. Organize and maintain records related to proposals, executed contracts and contract approvals. Provide training to sales teams, project management teams and engineering teams. Qualifications 2–5 years of experience in a contract management and negotiation role within a corporate setting. Experience exercising autonomous business judgment in a corporate setting. High level of attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience working as part of a cross-functional team. Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively. Preferred: a legal background (JD) or technical/engineering background. Compensation and Benefits Target salary range: $70,000–$85,000. Salary range: $62,000–$99,000. Benefits include health, dental and vision insurance (effective on day 1), a generous retirement savings plan, self-managed time off, career progression and development plans, company wellness, rewards and recognition programs, and employee discount programs. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are an Equal Employment Opportunity workplace, including disability and veterans, and an affirmative action workplace. We prioritize diversity, equity, inclusion and provide reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. #J-18808-Ljbffr Xylem