Role Overview We are seeking a business-driven, highly experienced, and meticulous Senior Contracts Manager to lead our procurement contracting lifecycle from strategic planning and negotiation through post-signature execution. In this role, you will manage complex enterprise vendor contracts, draft sophisticated redlines, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and act as a trusted advisor to cross-functional leaders across Legal, Finance, Security, and business operations.

This is an extremely fast-paced, high-expectation position for a proactive contracts professional who excels at exercising advanced business judgment and operating autonomously under pressure. You will balance risk and reward, resolve complex commercial disputes, and drive systemic efficiency across our vendor ecosystem. If you possess a strong background in negotiating high-value SaaS, technology, and procurement agreements, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities Contract Drafting, Negotiation & Risk Management •Agreement Negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of complex, high-value procurement agreements—including enterprise technology, SaaS, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and data privacy contracts—ensuring alignment with corporate risk tolerances. •Risk Mitigation: Identify, communicate, and mitigate contractual, legal, and commercial risks in close collaboration with Legal, Privacy, and Security teams to advise executive leadership on risk-reward trade-offs. •Dispute Resolution: Partner proactively with internal stakeholders and external vendors to resolve complex contract-related disputes efficiently while preserving positive vendor relationships. •Policy Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to corporate policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) while optimizing contracting workflows.

Strategic Partnership & Lifecycle Governance •Cross-Functional Leadership: Serve as a trusted partner to business leaders across departments, aligning contract strategies with broader organizational goals and operational needs. •End-to-End Lifecycle Management: Manage complex agreements from intake through execution, leveraging contract management (CLM) tools and systems to drive visibility, data integrity, and efficiency. •Mentorship & Process Optimization: Guide junior team members, share best practices, and actively identify opportunities to streamline procurement operations and contracting frameworks.

Qualifications & Requirements Minimum Qualifications •Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Finance, Pre-Law, or a related field (Juris Doctor [JD] or relevant commercial contracting certifications are a strong plus). •Experience Baseline: Minimum of 6 to 8+ years of advanced professional experience managing complex commercial contracts within Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or a commercial legal environment. •Technical Mastery: oDeep familiarity with commercial terms for SaaS, cybersecurity, infrastructure, OEM suppliers, and marketing technology solutions. oDemonstrated ability to autonomously draft, review, and negotiate highly complex commercial agreements with precision and strategic business alignment. oAdvanced understanding of commercial contract law, data security frameworks, and privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA). •Core Competencies: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; executive presence with the proven ability to build relationships and influence leadership under high-pressure environments; highly organized with relentless attention to detail and a passion for continuous improvement.

Preferred Attributes •Advanced degree (Master’s or JD) or recognized procurement/contract management credentials (e.g., CPCM, Certified Professional Contracts Manager). •Prior experience implementing or optimizing Enterprise Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) software platforms.

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