Contract Specialist

Key Responsibilities Commercial Contract Support: Review, negotiate, and redline NDAs and commercial agreements, focusing on procurement of goods, and managing negotiations through redlines, stakeholder discussions, and supplier engagement. Sourcing Partnership & Risk Advisory: Serve as a key legal partner to the sourcing team, advising on legal and commercial risk, aligning agreements to organizational standards, and supporting the development of a resilient supply chain and achievement of company objectives. Contracting Standards & Compliance: Apply and counsel on contract policies, standards, and internal controls to support compliance, sourcing strategies, continuous improvement initiatives, and related regulatory requirements. Cross‑Functional Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal stakeholders across a decentralized, global organization with multiple business divisions. Risk Identification & Resolution: Identify commercial and legal risks, advise on mitigation options, support negotiations and dispute resolution, and coordinate with legal team members to appropriately manage escalation. Process Improvement & Contract Management: Contribute to ongoing improvements in contracting processes and contract‑management practices to enhance efficiency and consistency. Required Skills and Qualifications 7–10+ years of experience in contracts management, commercial contracting, or a similar role. Demonstrated experience negotiating and managing commercial agreements and NDAs, preferably within an industrial manufacturing environment. Proven support of sourcing or supply‑chain teams, including contract negotiation related to procurement of goods. Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills, with excellent attention to detail. Solid understanding of commercial risk management and negotiation strategy. Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment, manage a high volume of contracts, prioritize effectively, and escalated issues appropriately. Comfort interfacing directly with legal colleagues, suppliers, and internal business stakeholders. Bachelor’s degree. Preferred Skills and Qualifications Experience in industrial manufacturing and operating within global, matrixed, or decentralized organizations. Experience with contract‑management platforms, such as HighQ or comparable systems. Interest in or familiarity with AI‑enabled legal or contract technologies. Additional Details Location: Milwaukee, WI or Rosemont, IL Travel: up to 15% for meetings and negotiations Hours: Standard business hours with some flexibility required for deadlines and urgent matters Expected Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA) Paid Time Off and Holidays 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Paid Leaves Tuition Assistance Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by applicable law or government contract), disability, protected veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Notification to Agencies Regal Rexnord Corporation does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third‑party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third parties for hires made. #J-18808-Ljbffr