Director, Contracts Jobs

Explore Director, Contracts jobs for experienced professionals who lead contract strategy, negotiation, administration, and compliance. These senior roles help organizations manage commercial risk, strengthen business relationships, and support growth across complex agreements. Browse vetted opportunities on Ladders, including professional positions paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Director of Contracts Do?

A Director of Contracts oversees the full contract lifecycle, from reviewing and negotiating terms to managing approvals, performance, renewals, and closeout. Depending on the organization, the role may lead contracts teams, establish policies, advise executives, and partner with legal, finance, sales, procurement, and operations.

Key Responsibilities

Common responsibilities include developing contract processes, negotiating agreements with customers and suppliers, identifying legal and financial risks, monitoring regulatory and policy compliance, and improving contract management systems. Directors may also oversee audits, resolve disputes, support bids and proposals, and report contract performance to senior leadership.

Qualifications and Skills

Employers typically seek substantial experience in contracts, commercial management, procurement, or a related field, along with a record of leading teams or complex negotiations. Useful strengths include contract interpretation, risk management, communication, sound judgment, attention to detail, and familiarity with relevant regulations and contract lifecycle management tools. Requirements vary by industry and employer; some positions may prefer a degree or professional certification.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Director of Contracts roles can be found in industries such as technology, aerospace and defense, healthcare, construction, manufacturing, government contracting, and professional services. The scope of the position varies: some directors focus on commercial agreements, while others oversee government contracts, supplier relationships, or enterprise-wide contract operations.

Find Director, Contracts Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities and find Director, Contracts jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities by industry and location, and identify positions that align with your leadership experience and career goals.

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$120K - $145K *

Champion strategic contract management and proposal development for high-stakes federal bids. Collaborate across teams to balance risk and compliance while driving growth through effective negotiation...

Alabama, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive strategic contract management and proposal development for high-stakes federal bids. Collaborate across teams to balance risk and compliance while ensuring financial viability. Lead the drafting...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the negotiation and management of large-scale federal contracts. Utilize your expertise in FAR compliance and strategic advisory to drive business outcomes and ensure opera...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join us in providing strategic leadership for procurement and contracts, overseeing the supply chain and ensuring compliance and operational excellence to align with institutional objectives. Drive in...

Sudbury, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$170K - $250K *

Advance your career by leading clients through the PBM RFP process, utilizing analytics to drive vendor selection and cost savings. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance procurement strategies and...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Collaborate with acquisition teams, providing strategic contracting support and expertise throughout the procurement lifecycle. Drive contract management and compliance to optimize performance and ens...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing contract negotiations and compliance for utility-scale energy projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and ensure successful project execution wh...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $170K *

Drive procurement excellence by leading sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and optimizing costs. Oversee a team to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance with governan...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by managing complex contracts and negotiations across Latin America. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and ensure compliance, driving successful project execut...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $270K *

Lead the charge in developing a sophisticated global compliance strategy that supports growth in a dynamic investment environment. Collaborate with teams across multiple locations to enhance complianc...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $169K *

Transform compliance and ethics at a strategic level, leading initiatives that enhance privacy, governance, and risk management while fostering a culture of integrity and accountability across the org...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $240K *

Pioneer a transformative sourcing strategy to capture savings and enhance supply chain efficiency. Drive vendor negotiations, inventory management, and forecasting tools to ensure sustainable gains an...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $240K *

Join a team that's focused on capturing savings and enhancing sourcing functions. You'll lead vendor negotiations, develop inventory strategies, and implement forecasting tools to drive efficiency and...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$157K - $262K *

Drive enterprise vendor management strategy by overseeing vendor relationships, governance, and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, optimize costs, and enhance o...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $236K *

Manage the lifecycle of U.S. Government contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while collaborating with internal stakeholders to drive successful proposal development and contract executio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $236K *

Lead the charge in managing U.S. Government contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive successful project execution and proposal develo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $236K *

Manage U.S. Government contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while coordinating with internal stakeholders to support proposal development and contract execution across multiple complex d...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $236K *

Drive success by managing U.S. Government contracts, ensuring compliance, and coordinating with stakeholders to mitigate risks and support proposal development across complex projects in the Aerospace...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $236K *

Drive your career forward by managing U.S. Government contracts, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and support proposal development in the Aerospace...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $92K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing research through effective contract management. In this role, you'll draft, negotiate, and finalize agreements, ensuring compliance with university policies w...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Join us to manage and oversee government contracts, ensuring compliance and performance. Collaborate with teams to negotiate agreements, mentor staff, and maintain effective relationships with stakeho...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $130K *

Oversee the entire contract lifecycle, ensuring swift execution while managing risk. Collaborate cross-functionally to negotiate terms and enhance processes, directly impacting revenue and vendor perf...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Take ownership of high-profile construction projects, directing contract administration, field reviews, and compliance. Mentor team members while effectively coordinating among multiple stakeholders t...

Surrey, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead legal and risk operations, ensuring compliance and integrity across domestic and international initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage contracts, develop policies, and support govern...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic team in delivering cost consulting services across diverse projects. Collaborate with senior management to enhance performance, drive business development, and ensure client satisfactio...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Contracts do?question toggle

    A Director of Contracts leads contract strategy and operations, overseeing activities such as negotiation, review, compliance, performance management, renewals, and risk mitigation.

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    Requirements vary, but employers often look for significant contracts or commercial management experience, negotiation and leadership skills, and knowledge of relevant regulations. Some roles may prefer a related degree or professional certification.

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    Employers hire Directors of Contracts in areas including technology, aerospace and defense, healthcare, construction, manufacturing, government contracting, and professional services.

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    Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, employer, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, and listings provide details when available.

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