Contract Specialist

If you’re the type of professional who thrives at the intersection of contracts, operations, and strategy, this is one of those rare roles where you’re not just processing agreements, you’re driving how deals get done. A leading, nationally recognized organization in the foodservice, healthcare, and commercial solutions space is building out a best-in-class contracts function, and this role sits right at the center of it. This is a high-visibility, high-impact position partnering directly with Sales, Product, and leadership to move deals forward, reduce friction, and protect the business—without slowing it down. What You’ll Own Manage end-to-end contract lifecycle : intake, review, redlines, approvals, execution, and tracking Handle a variety of agreements including NDAs, MSA/MPAs, T&Cs, and supplier/customer contracts Partner with Sales to structure deals, navigate contract terms, and keep momentum Identify and flag risk within a defined framework— balancing speed vs. protection Maintain and evolve templates, clause libraries, and standard language Track key terms, renewals, and milestones across the contract portfolio Optimize contract workflows, improving turnaround time, visibility, and scalability Drive organization and structure within systems like Salesforce, SharePoint, and contract repositories Build reporting around cycle times, bottlenecks, and performance metrics Support rebate agreements and broader Sales Operations initiatives Why This Role You’ll help shape a growing contracts function—not just plug into one Direct exposure to Sales, Product, and executive stakeholders Opportunity to build, optimize, and influence process at scale Environment that values data-driven decision-making and operational excellence Real impact on revenue acceleration and deal flow efficiency What We’re Looking For 3–5+ years in contract management, legal support, or paralegal work Strong experience with contract workflows, lifecycle management, and redlining Fluency in contract structures, negotiation flow, and commercial terms Experience with Salesforce, SharePoint, or similar systems Advanced skills in Microsoft Word (heavy formatting/redlines) Highly organized, detail-driven, and able to manage high-volume workflows Comfortable working cross-functionally and supporting business stakeholders Experience with PowerBI or data/reporting tools Background supporting commercial, manufacturing, or product-driven businesses What Success Looks Like Faster contract turnaround times Cleaner processes and greater visibility across deal flow Stronger partnership between contracts, sales, and leadership This is an ideal opportunity for someone who wants to step beyond pure legal support and become a true business partner in the deal process . #J-18808-Ljbffr