CAE Inc

Contract Manager - Commercial Lead

CAE Inc • $107K — $157K *
Montreal, QC H1A 0A1In-Person
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, Commerce, or related field
  • Minimum five years of experience in contract management
  • Expertise in complex negotiations
  • Strong grasp of Canada Standard Acquisition Clauses and contract law principles
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team in fast-paced environments
  • Eligibility to obtain Controlled Goods Clearance
  • Eligibility for Level I (Secret) security clearance

Responsibilities

  • Act as a commercial lead in business development and strategy for growth
  • Serve as the main point of contact for contractual matters for customers
  • Support and develop negotiation strategies for contracts
  • Participate in contract negotiations to meet business goals
  • Prepare and negotiate contracts and amendments with legal counsel
  • Guide compliance with customer contract terms and conditions
  • Identify and report contractual liabilities, risks, and disputes

Benefits

  • Group Insurance
  • Telemedicine Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Group RRSP
  • CAE Pension Plan/Defined Benefit Plan
  • Sabbatical Leave
  • Flex Time
  • Enhanced Parental Leave
Full Job Description
Position Overview

CAE is seeking a dynamic and experienced Contract Manager / Commercial Lead to join our team as part of the Defence and Security Canada business unit. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing contract execution, negotiating modifications, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions, and mitigating risks associated with contractual obligations. This role requires strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of industry standards.

Description
  • Act as a commercial lead, supporting business development in developing strategies to help the business achieve growth and stay competitive
  • Serve as a focal point of contact for customers (external and internal) regarding contractual matters by establishing good customer relationships and communications
  • Support the development and implementation of the negotiation strategy
  • Participate in contract negotiations with Customers to fulfil business requirements in support of Sales/Business Development Lead and / or Programme Manager
  • In close conjunction with CAE legal counsel, prepare and negotiate contracts and amendments to existing contracts and arrange for their approval
  • Provide guidance on compliance to terms and conditions of customer contracts, identify the appropriate flow down of such terms and conditions to potential subcontractors
  • Assist the Programme Management function by supporting subcontract negotiations as required
  • Identification of potential contractual liabilities, risks, issues and disputes, arising with customers, suppliers, partners and third parties, and report to CAE legal accordingly and jointly produce mitigation plans
  • Maintain contractual records, documentation of key correspondence, status and issue reports etc.
  • Support in ensuring compliance with all relevant Corporate Policies and Procedures relevant to bidding for and managing contracts
  • Any other duties as may be required


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, Commerce, or a related field
  • Minimum of five years of experience in contract management
  • Experience in complex negotiations
  • Strong understanding of Canada Standard Acquisition Clauses and Conditions, contract law principles and commercial terms
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
  • Be eligible to obtain and maintain Controlled Goods Clearance
  • Be eligible to obtain a Level I (Secret) security clearance


Preferred Qualifications
  • Proficiency in using AI tools and techniques to improve contract management processes, decision making and drive business growth
  • Experience operating in a lead supervisory capacity within contract or commercial teams is considered an asset
  • Bilingualism in French and English is preferred


Benefits
  • Group Insurance
  • Telemedicine Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Group RRSP
  • CAE Pension Plan/Defined Benefit Plan
  • Sabbatical Leave
  • Flex Time
  • Enhanced Parental Leave


Base Pay Range

Our total rewards package includes base pay and benefits, with final compensation determined by experience, skill, location, and internal equity.

$107,500K - $157,500K

Position Type
Regular

About CAE Inc

CAE Inc. is a Canadian manufacturer of simulation technologies, modelling technologies and training services to airlines, aircraft manufacturers, healthcare specialists, and defense customers. CAE was founded in 1947, and has manufacturing operations and training facilities in 35 countries. CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on training solutions for defense forces across the world. CAE's Civil Aviation Training Solutions business unit provides training solutions for civil aviation organizations worldwide, including airlines, aircraft manufacturers, training centers, and aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul organizations. CAE's Healthcare business unit designs and manufactures simulators and offers audiovisual and simulation center management services for medical schools, nursing schools, hospitals, defense forces, and other medical organizations. CAE is headquartered in Saint-Laurent, Quebec.
Learn more about CAE Inc
Size
13,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
1947
5 Year Trend
+4.5%
NASDAQ
CAE
* Ladders Estimates

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