Contracts Manager

Job TitleDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESListed in order of relevance:Review and negotiate non-standard terms and conditions of commercial contracts with customer's internal departments (purchasing/contracting/legal and outside counseling). Identify and allocate risk in accordance with company policies, providing commercially viable solutions.Update the company's Contracts Database when a contract is negotiated and signed: (1) abstracting relevant terms from contracts to provide key point information; (2) entering of data; (3) arranging notifications of expiration dates of framework agreements.Ensure that all purchase orders follow proper export compliance regulations.Assist in the analysis of other contractual documents such as non-disclosure agreements.Perform other functions as assigned by management as needed.Respond to change productively and handle other duties as required.Follow all company safety policies and procedures.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEBachelor's degree from four-year college in related discipline and Law Degree required.2-4 years contracts management and negotiation experience in the legal or sales field.Knowledge of commercial contracting principles and general corporate business practices.KNOWLEDGE & SKILLSEffective organizational and communication skills.Ability to prioritize workloads, to work independently and as a member of a team.Attention to detail.Strong analytical skills, critical thinker.Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office products.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from senior level managers, clients, and customers.Proven problem-solving ability. Ability to deal with abstract concepts.Ability to read, speak, and write in English required.WORKING CONDITIONSThe noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to manipulate computer input devices, finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must have sufficient mobility to enable travel to industrial sites, offices, and facilities. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Disclaimer The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.