Manager

Job Description Manager, Contracts & Commercial Governance Office Environment Houston, TX – Exempt – Full Time Rotating Machinery Services (RMS) was established in 1998 with the vision to reinvent the concept of an aftermarket turbomachinery business. The goal was to provide turbomachinery operators with unparalleled service based on established relationships, solid engineering, and technical expertise—all backed by responsiveness in competitive prices and lead times. RMS’ commitment to quality penetrates every aspect of the organization and in the guiding force for all decision making. With an equal blend of cutting-edge technology, engineering experience, and the work of skilled crafts people, RMS continuously delivers the best possible results to customers. RMS is a nimble organization with a collaborative culture of individuals who come to work every day with a desire to improve upon their craft and further the rotating machinery industry. THE ROLE The Manager, Contracts & Commercial Governance is responsible for enterprise-wide governance of customer contracts, terms & conditions, and non-disclosure agreements across Rotating Machinery Services (RMS). This role ensures consistent risk management, protects margins, supports deal velocity, and provides a single point of accountability for contractual standards across all business units. This position operates independently of individual business units and serves as the corporate authority on contractual risk, while partnering closely with Sales, Commercial Operations, Finance, and external legal counsel. SKILLS Contract Negotiation & Redlining – Ability to review, interpret, and negotiate customer contracts, master service agreements (MSAs), NDAs, and commercial terms. Commercial Risk Assessment – Strong understanding of contractual risk elements including indemnification, limitation of liability, warranties, insurance requirements, liquidated damages, and payment terms. Commercial Acume n – Ability to balance legal risk mitigation with business objectives, supporting deal velocity while protecting company margins and risk exposure. Contract Governance & Standardization – Experience developing and maintaining contract templates, fallback language, and enterprise contract standards across multiple business units. Cross-Functional Collaboration – Ability to work effectively with Sales, Finance, Operations, and executive leadership to support commercial negotiations and contract execution. Customer Negotiation Support – Confidence supporting or participating in customer negotiations related to contractual terms and risk allocation. External Counsel Coordination – Experience working with outside legal counsel and managing legal review for complex or non-standard agreements. C ontract Lifec ycle Management – Understanding of contract review workflows, intake processes, and prioritization systems to support efficient contract turnaround. Risk Communication – Ability to clearly communicate contractual risks and implications to non-legal stakeholders and recommend practical solutions. Process Development & Continuous Improvement – Capability to build scalable processes and governance structures that support company growth and acquisitions. Attention to Detail – High level of accuracy in reviewing contractual language and identifying potential risks or inconsistencies. Organization & Prioritization – Ability to manage multiple contract reviews simultaneously in a fast-paced commercial environment. Preferred Skills Experience supporting industrial services, EPC, manufacturing, energy, or turbomachinery industries Familiarity with WorldCC / IACCM contract management principles Experience supporting post-acquisition contract integration Familiarity with contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems PRIMARY ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Contract & Legal Governance Own RMS standard contract templates, customer T&Cs, and NDAs Review, redline, and negotiate customer contracts, MSAs, and NDAs #J-18808-Ljbffr