Director, Contracts

Job Title

Participates in the development and fulfillment of contract requirements in the purchase or sale/delivery of equipment, materials, products or services | Evaluates contract compliance and advises others on contractual rights and obligations | Requests or approves amendments to contract terms or contract extensions | Prepares bids or requests for proposals (RFPs), including specifications and requirements; negotiates contract terms and participates in the determination of acceptable bids

• Provides leadership to managers and may also have professional staff.
• Must have at least one manager level direct report
• Is accountable for the performance and results of multiple related teams
• Develops departmental plans, including business, production and/or organizational priorities
• Decisions are guided by resource availability and organizational objectives
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

• Directs and oversees the organization's contract administration function, ensuring that contract negotiation strategies support the overall business strategy.
• Oversees the negotiation and administration of the organization's contracts.
• Responsible for the development of standard contract documents, including terms and conditions.
• Reviews and edits or approves significant or substantial contractual changes.
• Monitors the work of a team of contract analysts/administrators that prepare, negotiate, review, and revise contracts.
• Establishes and administers contracting strategies that are meant to improve business performance and ensure compliance with organizational policies and standards.
• May assist with pricing, quotations, or proposals for the sale of organizational goods and services.
• Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination with concurrence from HR & Senior Leadership.

• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 8-10 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
• Discipline/Major: Business or related degree preferred
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Ability to foster teamwork. Decision-making skills. Leadership skills. Oral and written communication skills. Persuasive communication skills. Ability to build collaborative relationships. Problem/situation analysis. Judgement. Detail oriented.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
Travel Requirements Up to 25% travel likely.