Contracts ManagerAs a
Contracts Manager, you'll support EFJohnson's full life cycle of contract development and administration beginning with initial review/discussions and draft terms through final execution, management, and closure. This role is hybrid, based out of the Irving, TX office.
Key Responsibilities- Prepares, reviews, and helps negotiate contracts related to EFJohnson's sales, purchasing, and licensing and intellectual property initiatives.
- Reviews RFP terms and conditions for state, local, federal, and international customers; prepares exceptions and alternate contract language; communicates risks to management.
- Reviews and drafts contract documents with support from functional executives and General Counsel.
- Prepares and disseminates information regarding contract status, compliance, modifications, deviations, and negotiations.
- Tracks contractual due dates and cancellation rights and participates in contract dispute resolutions and related processes.
- Compiles, analyzes, and maintains data and prepares metrics-based reports highlighting the value and performance of contracts.
- Assures compliance with terms and conditions and evaluates and recommends the necessity for amendments and extensions.
- Performs research and institutes best practices and new methods for reducing costs associated with contract management.
- Acts as interface and point of contact for contract administrators, managers, and internal staff regarding contractual issues.
- Assist with other contractual and legal initiatives as requested.
- Agrees to abide by the established Approval Matrix.
Qualifications - B.A. in Business or Communications preferred. Continuing education in contracts management or law preferred.
- Knowledge and understanding of contractual, technical, and regulatory aspects of the wireless industry preferred.
- Able to read and understand contract terminology, product and service offerings and pricing terms associated with technology products and services acquisition.
- Five or more years of experience working in a contracts management and/or contracts administration position, preferably supporting a technology organization within the telecommunications industry.
- Strong business acumen capable of translating complex technical and operational requirements into a clear boardroom context.
- Track record of establishing technology partnerships and related contracts.
- International experience preferred.
- Experience in a legal work environment where sensitivity to confidentiality and critical documentation is proven.
What We're Looking For- Strong ability to negotiate commercial arrangements and facilitate contractual processes.
- Demonstrated analytical ability and familiarity with terms of contracts, statements of work and other legal documents.
- High degree of flexibility and adaptability to fast changing environment.
- Articulate communicator with excellent written and verbal skills.
- Demonstrated negotiations skills, and experience dealing with external and internal clients.
- Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to work independently.
- Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks effectively with all applicable departments with minimal supervision.
- Requires a good understanding of business and financial issues and above average math and computer skills.
Travel requirementsWhat We Offer - Competitive salary
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- Additional supplemental benefits
- 401K + employer match
- Tuition reimbursement
- 12 paid holidays + additional PTO
- Supportive- team-driven environment
- Opportunities to work on mission-critical projects that make a real impact
