Canada and Proposals Team Manager Job Montréal area,Montreal Province de Québec Canada,Business

Position: Canada Contract and Proposals Team Manager
Location: Montreal

Description and Requirements

Key Responsibilities

French/English Speaking Required

Contract Management (Cradle-to-Grave)

Lead and oversee the full contract lifecycle across all Canadian provinces, including:

Intake, assessment, and contract strategy development

Drafting, redlining, and negotiation of contracts

Risk identification, mitigation, and escalation

Alignment with legal, compliance, and business stakeholders

Contract execution, documentation, and record management

Post-award administration, amendments, renewals, and closeout

Ensure all contracts comply with applicable provincial laws, regulations, and internal policies

Serve as the primary escalation point for proposal and contractual matters

Drive standardization and continuous improvement of contract processes, templates, and tools

Develop and implement Canada-specific supplemental processes and procedures to address provincial legal and regulatory requirements, where gaps exist

Evaluate and streamline processes to avoid duplication, fragmentation, or unnecessary regional deviation

Team Leadership & Development

Manage, mentor, and grow a small but expanding team of contracts and proposal professionals

Set clear goals, performance expectations, and development plans for team members in line with Geo Specific KPI’s

Foster a high-performance, collaborative, and accountable team culture

Provide coaching on contract strategy, negotiation, compliance, and stakeholder management

Support resource planning and scaling of the team in line with business growth

Proposal Support (Overflow / Strategic Contribution)

Provide hands-on support for proposal development during peak periods or resource gaps

Review and contribute to proposal content to ensure alignment with contractual and compliance requirements

Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive and competitive submissions

Stakeholder & Portfolio Management

Act as a strategic partner to sales, legal, finance, and regional teams

Manage a portfolio of contracts and proposals, balancing priorities and deadlines across provinces

Communicate risks, timelines, and dependencies clearly to stakeholders

Navigate ambiguity and evolving requirements while maintaining delivery quality and compliance

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure strict adherence to regulatory, legal, and organizational compliance standards

Maintain strong knowledge of provincial contractual laws and regulations across Canada

Implement best practices in audit readiness, documentation, and governance

Identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process or policy improvements

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Finance, or related field.

5+ years of experience in contract management, commercial negotiations, or related roles.

French/English written and oral

Preferred Qualifications

Strong understanding of contract law, commercial terms, and risk management principles.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and contract management systems.

Advanced degree (JD, MBA) or equivalent experience.

Experience in technology or IT services industry.

Familiarity with RFP/RFQ processes and complex pricing structures.

Knowledge of data privacy regulations and compliance standards.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Locations
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* Canada
- Quebec
- Montréal
* Canada
* Canada - Quebec
* Canada
- Quebec
- Montréal