Bachelor's degree; JD or paralegal certification preferred.
4-6+ years of experience in contract management or related role, or 4 years with JD.
Strong skills in managing SaaS, Tech, and Finance contracts.
Ability to master complex legal terms and governing conditions.
Proven negotiation, drafting, analysis, and risk mitigation skills.
Proficient in contract lifecycle management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
Responsibilities
Draft, review, negotiate, and manage various contracts including NDAs, MSAs, and vendor agreements.
Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms and mitigate risks.
Resolve contract issues and disputes in collaboration with legal and business teams.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure contracts meet business and regulatory requirements.
Maintain accurate contract records using contract lifecycle management tools.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance starting on day one.
Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave, and Adoption Assistance.
Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA), and dependent care accounts.
Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO), and 12 Paid Federal Holidays.
401(k) plan with company match and Profit Sharing.
Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions.
Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees.
Employee Ambassador preferred banking products.
Full Job Description
Zions 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.
Key Responsibilities
Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a variety of contracts (e.g., NDAs, MSAs, SaaS, PSAs, SOWs, vendor agreements, purchase orders).
Lead contract negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms and mitigate risk.
Serve as the primary contact for resolving contract issues and disputes in collaboration with legal and business teams.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders (legal, risk, procurement, finance, compliance, operations) to align contracts with business and regulatory requirements.
Maintain accurate contract records, including correspondence, amendments, and status reports, using contract lifecycle management tools.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge/Skills
Contract Expertise: Skilled in drafting, redlining, and negotiating contracts.
Legal & Compliance: Familiar with contract law, risk mitigation, and regulatory requirements.
Negotiation: Proven ability to secure favorable terms and resolve disputes.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Effective communicator with cross-functional teams.
CLM Tools: Proficient in contract lifecycle management systems.
Organization: Detail-oriented with strong time management and multitasking skills.
Certifications (Preferred): JD, CPCM, CFCM, CPSM, or equivalent.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree, JD or paralegal certification a plus.
Minimum 4-6+ years of experience in contract management or a related role, or 4 years with JD.
Strong contract management skills with SaaS, Tech, Finance contracts.
Master governing terms with higher complexity of legal terms.
Proven negotiation, drafting, analysis and risk mitigation skills.
Proficiency with CLM systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Work Location:
This position is fully in office (5 days a week) at the Zions Technology Center in Midvale Ut or at our Amegy Tower in Hoston TX:
Benefits:
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - START DAY ONE!
Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts
Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and 12 Paid Federal Holidays
401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience
Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees
Employee Ambassador preferred banking products
About Zions Bancorporation
Zions Bancorporation is a bank holding company headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. It is the parent company of Zions Bank, which operates in 11 Western and Southwestern states. Zions Bancorporation provides banking and related services through its subsidiaries and offers a variety of commercial, retail banking, and mortgage lending products. The company was founded in 1873 and has grown through a series of mergers and acquisitions. Zions Bancorporation is publicly traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange under the ticker symbol ZION.
