Jobs · Management · California

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

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