Contract Administrator

Contract Administrator

We are seeking a detail-oriented and business-savvy Contract Administrator to support our Life Sciences Business. In this role, you will conduct contract reviews, negotiations, and risk assessments to help drive profitable sales growth. Acting as a subject matter expert on both legal and business terms, you will partner closely with Sales, Service, Legal, and leadership teams to ensure timely and accurate responses to complex RFPs and Customer contracts.

This is a hybrid position. At least 2 days in the office at our US HQ in Mentor Ohio.

What You'll Do as a Contract Administrator

• Review, draft, redline, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including RFIs, RFPs, Statements of Work, and Customer contracts.
• Evaluate legal and business terms to ensure compliance with company policies while assessing risk and seeking alignment with corporate objectives.
• Lead contract negotiations with external Customers and collaborate with internal stakeholders to reach mutually agreeable terms.
• Partner with corporate and external legal counsel on escalated or high-risk matters.
• Maintain and organize contractual documentation within the contracts database; ensure visibility of contract obligations across internal teams.
• Develop and promote standard operating procedures for documentation, storage, contract lifecycle management, and process improvements.
• Provide training and guidance to internal teams on contracting practices, risk considerations, and process expectations.
• Support the creation and refinement of contract templates, processes, and workflows.
• Manage FCPA compliance requirements for international dealer partnerships.
• Serve as an escalation resource for the Life Sciences business, helping resolve contract-related issues and guiding business decisions.

The Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed

Education & Experience

• Juris Doctorate (JD) required.
• Minimum of 3 years of legal experience, including hands-on corporate contract negotiation experience.
• Strong understanding of corporate liabilities, risk assessment, and commercial contracting best practices.
• Business experience a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to present complex information clearly, concisely, and persuasively.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across cross-functional teams.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and contract database systems.
• Ability to plan, manage, and drive projects with sound judgment and ethical decision-making.
• Willingness to travel domestically (010%).

What STERIS Offers

We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial future.

Here is just a brief overview of what we offer:

• Market Competitive Pay
• Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added Holidays
• Excellent Healthcare, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Long/Short Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) with a company match
• Maternity & Parental Leave
• Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement and continued education programs

Pay range for this opportunity is $67,362.50 - $87,175.00. This position is eligible for bonus participation.

Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.

STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio.

STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare and life sciences products and services around the globe.

STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law.