Contract Administrator
Applied Medical · Rancho Santa Margarita, CA · 2 wk ago
Management$68k–$85k/yrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the contract lifecycle, including drafting, reviewing, revising, and executing distribution agreements, product supply agreements, and pricing contracts
- Review and redline terms and conditions using company templates and customer agreements to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with business objectives
- Collaborate with legal counsel and cross-functional teams to assess legal language, mitigate risk, and support contract negotiations
- Coordinate with customers and internal team members to facilitate timely contract execution and maintain momentum throughout the contracting process
- Administer contract workflows and maintain contract data using a contract management system (CMS) or contract lifecycle management (CLM) system and SAP
- Track contract milestones, renewals, expiration dates, and key deliverables to ensure continuity and compliance
- Support Requests for Information (RFI) and Requests for Proposal (RFP) processes by developing responses and tracking contract-related trends
- Maintain contract reporting tools, status trackers, and dashboards to provide visibility into contract progress and performance
Position Requirements
- Possess a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with strong academic credentials
- Demonstrate one to two years of full-time experience in a contract administrator, contract specialist, or related role
- Exhibit strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and project management capabilities
- Utilize advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Microsoft Word for document comparison, track changes, and formatting
- Apply experience with a contract management system (CMS) or contract lifecycle management (CLM) system
- Demonstrate knowledge of standard contract terms and conditions with strong drafting, reviewing, editing, and interpretation skills
- Interpret contract provisions and summarize key terms for internal stakeholders
- Communicate effectively with strong written and verbal communication skills
- Apply critical thinking and analytical skills to evaluate contract risks and requirements
- Manage multiple priorities and coordinate projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment
- Maintain a professional demeanor and demonstrate a reliable, proactive work ethic
- Show initiative to learn, improve processes, and develop creative solutions
Preferred
- Demonstrate paralegal experience or legal support background
- Utilize Adobe Acrobat for document preparation, editing, and contract formatting
- Apply experience with SAP Ariba or similar procurement and sourcing platforms
- Demonstrate familiarity with the medical device industry or healthcare contracting, including Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs) and Integrated Delivery Networks (IDNs)
- Apply knowledge of contract lifecycle activities, including renewals, amendments, addendums, and notice letters
- Support continuous improvement initiatives such as process enhancements and policy development
- Assist with onboarding and training of new team members and contribute to departmental documentation and procedures
Benefits
- Competitive compensation range: $68000 - $85000 / year (California)
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Training and mentorship opportunities
- On-campus wellness activities
- Educational reimbursement program
- 401(k) program with discretionary employer match
- Generous vacation accrual and paid holiday schedule