CAE Inc

Contract Manager / Commercial Lead

CAE Inc • $90K — $120K *
Ottawa, ON K1G 3J6In-Person
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Law, or a related field
  • Minimum of five years of experience in contract management
  • Proven negotiation skills for securing favorable contract terms
  • Strong knowledge of contract law and compliance
  • Ability to communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and contract management systems
  • Bilingual in French and English (spoken and written)

Responsibilities

  • Manage contract execution and alignment with organizational goals
  • Negotiate contract modifications and support commercial discussions
  • Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and contractual obligations
  • Identify and mitigate risks in contract performance
  • Provide contractual guidance to internal stakeholders
  • Develop procurement strategies that align with business objectives
  • Support business development strategies to enhance competitiveness

Benefits

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

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.

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Manage contract execution, including reviewing, drafting, and negotiating agreements to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and risk mitigation.
  • Negotiate contract modifications and support commercial discussions with customers and suppliers.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and contractual obligations.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with contract performance and delivery.
  • Manage contract performance and proactively identify potential issues or disputes to minimize legal and financial impact.
  • Provide contractual guidance and interpretation support to internal stakeholders.
  • Develop and implement procurement and delivery strategies aligned with business objectives.
  • Manage and maintain strong relationships with customers and suppliers.
  • Analyze contract data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improving contract management practices.
  • Support business development by contributing to strategies that enhance competitiveness, growth, and customer engagement.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams within the Defence and Security International business unit to support operational and commercial success.
  • Leverage AI tools and technologies (where applicable) to improve contract management processes, decision-making, and business outcomes.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Law, or a related field.
  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience in contract management.
  • Demonstrated experience in negotiating contracts and securing favorable terms.
  • Strong knowledge of contract law principles and regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Ability to communicate complex contractual or legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and contract management systems.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
  • Financial acumen, including the ability to understand and interpret financial data.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Bilingual in French and English (spoken and written)


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting business development or commercial strategy initiatives.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop strategic plans that contribute to business growth and competitiveness.
  • Experience working in a global or multinational environment.
  • Customer-focused mindset with the ability to balance commercial and contractual priorities.
  • Familiarity with AI tools and technologies applied to contract lifecycle management or decision-making processes.


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


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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