Contracts Manager - Remote

divh2Contracts Manager/h2pZions Bancorporation is one of the nations premier financial services companies operating as a collection of great banks under local brands and management teams in high-growth western markets. Zions is regularly recognized by American Banker magazine as having a top banking team in its list of The Most Powerful Women in Banking. Our customers consistently vote us as the best bank in our local markets. We value our employees, and we are committed to search out, recognize and create fulfilling opportunities for outstanding people within our organization, rewarding them for their contributions to our success. We recognize that banking is a local business, and that to be successful, we must have very strong ties to the communities we serve and strong relationships with our customers./ppWith benefits starting on day one, 12 bank holidays, profit sharing and company-matched 401(k) contributions, Zions is dedicated to being an employer of choice in our communities. At Zions, the possibilities are endless. You bring the talent; we bring the opportunity./ppZions Bancorporation is seeking a Contracts Manager to join our Supply Chain Enterprise Contracts team. This role is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of contracts, ensuring compliance, mitigating risk, and supporting strategic sourcing initiatives. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in contract negotiation, drafting, and stakeholder management./ppKey Responsibilities/pulliDraft, review, negotiate, and manage a variety of contracts (e.g., NDAs, MSAs, SaaS, PSAs, SOWs, vendor agreements, purchase orders)./liliLead contract negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms and mitigate risk./liliServe as the primary contact for resolving contract issues and disputes in collaboration with legal and business teams./liliCollaborate with internal stakeholders (legal, risk, procurement, finance, compliance, operations) to align contracts with business and regulatory requirements./liliMaintain accurate contract records, including correspondence, amendments, and status reports, using contract lifecycle management tools./liliPerform other duties as assigned./li/ulpKnowledge/Skills/pulliContract Expertise: Skilled in drafting, redlining, and negotiating contracts./liliLegal Compliance: Familiar with contract law, risk mitigation, and regulatory requirements./liliNegotiation: Proven ability to secure favorable terms and resolve disputes./liliStakeholder Collaboration: Effective communicator with cross-functional teams./liliCLM Tools: Proficient in contract lifecycle management systems./liliOrganization: Detail-oriented with strong time management and multitasking skills./liliCertifications (Preferred): JD, CPCM, CFCM, CPSM, or equivalent./li/ulpQualifications:/pulliBachelors degree, JD or paralegal certification a plus./liliMinimum 4-6+ years of experience in contract management or a related role, or 4 years with JD./liliStrong contract management skills with SaaS, Tech, Finance contracts./liliMaster governing terms with higher complexity of legal terms./liliProven negotiation, drafting, analysis and risk mitigation skills./liliProficiency with CLM systems and Microsoft Office Suite./liliExcellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills./liliAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment./li/ulpPay Range:/pulli$95,000 to $115,000 $ (Based upon relatable skills/experience and location)/li/ulpWork Location:/pulliPhoenix, AZ/liliLos Angeles, CA/liliDenver, CO/liliLas Vegas, NV/liliHouston, TX/liliMidvale, UT/li/ulpBenefits:/pulliMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance - START DAY ONE!/liliLife and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance/liliHealth Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts/liliPaid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and 12 Paid Federal Holidays/lili401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience/liliMental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions/liliTuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees/liliEmployee Ambassador preferred banking products/li/ul/div