Job Summary:We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Contract Manager to oversee the full contract lifecycle, including drafting, negotiation, execution, compliance monitoring, renewal, and resolution. This is a customer-facing role that requires regular interaction with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders to manage contractual matters, resolve issues, and support strong business relationships. This position may be suited to a paralegal or a professional with extensive experience in contract management who can balance legal, commercial, and relationship-management responsibilities.
Job Duties:- Draft, review, negotiate, execute, and manage contracts throughout the full contract lifecycle.
- Manage customer, vendor, and other commercial agreements to protect the company's legal and business interests.
- Monitor contract compliance, performance, obligations, and key deadlines to ensure terms and conditions are met.
- Conduct periodic contract reviews to identify risks, resolve issues, and support amendments, renewals, and redrafts as needed.
- Provide contract guidance and practical support to internal stakeholders on contractual rights, obligations, and business terms.
- Resolve contract-related conflicts and support the business in addressing disputes or non-compliance issues.
- Maintain clear communication with internal and external stakeholders regarding contract status, requirements, and outstanding actions.
- Ensure contract records, documentation, and related communications are accurate, organized, and up to date.
Requirements- Bachelor's degree in finance, law, business administration, or a related discipline.
- Strong knowledge of contract law and contract administration principles.
- Prior experience working as a Contract Manager or in a closely related role.
- Proven contract drafting, review, and negotiation skills.
- High level of accuracy and exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to interpret contract language and translate obligations into practical business actions.
Preferred Qualifications:- Certification or specialization in contract law or contract management
- Working knowledge of contract management systems or software
- Ability to multi-task and work independently
- Paralegal background or significant hands-on experience in contract management
- Experience supporting both customer-facing and vendor-facing agreements
Benefits- Medical, dental, vision, HSA, term life, AD&D, STD, LTD
- 100% medical premium paid for by Panelmatic for the employee-only level medical coverage
- 80% paid for by Panelmatic and 20% paid for by the employee on all other level medical coverage (i.e. employee plus child, employee plus spouse, family)
- 401(k) contributions matched 100% up to 4%
- Scholarships, educational reimbursement, paid volunteerism, and paid personal and professional development provided
- PTO and paid holidays provided
- Career advancement opportunities
- Competitive wages
- Family-friendly environment with average employee tenure above five years
