Contract Manager

About the role

If you are a procurement and contracts professional who enjoys negotiating complex service agreements, building supplier partnerships, and helping the business make smart purchasing decisions, this opportunity may be a great fit. Gulfstream is seeking a Contract Manager supporting Indirect Services Procurement to help drive value, manage risk, and support strategic supplier relationships across the organization. As a Contract Manager supporting Indirect Services Procurement, you will play a key role in developing, negotiating, and administering contracts for services that support Gulfstream's operations. From professional services and technology agreements to facilities and business support contracts, your work will help ensure Gulfstream secures the right partnerships while protecting the company's interests. You will collaborate with stakeholders across the business, suppliers, legal teams, and procurement professionals to negotiate favorable terms, resolve contractual challenges, and continuously improve contracting practices. The position is on‑site in Savannah, Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and service agreements for indirect procurement categories.
• Partner with procurement teams and business stakeholders to support supplier sourcing and contracting activities.
• Lead or participate in contract negotiations with suppliers and service providers.
• Evaluate contract risks, obligations, and compliance requirements.
• Manage contract amendments, renewals, and related documentation.
• Monitor supplier performance and contractual commitments.
• Provide guidance on contract terms, policies, and procurement requirements.
• Coordinate with legal counsel and other internal partners to resolve contractual issues.
• Develop and maintain controls that support accurate and effective contract management.
• Identify opportunities to improve contracting processes and supplier engagement practices.
• Ensure contracts are negotiated effectively and support Gulfstream's business objectives.
• Ensure supplier agreements balance value, risk, quality, and compliance requirements.
• Provide timely, practical contract guidance to stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve potential contractual issues early and proactively.
• Ensure contractual commitments are fulfilled on schedule and in accordance with company policies.
• Foster strong supplier relationships that support operational success and business continuity.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least four years of relevant experience.
• Experience drafting, negotiating, and administering contracts.
• Experience supporting Indirect Services Procurement strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of contract regulations, contract pricing, and commercial terms.
• Strong business judgment, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer proficiency and attention to detail.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance when required.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable regulations.
• Basic negotiating skills and working knowledge of contracts pricing and finance.
• Strong leadership, team skills, and problem‑solving ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of proven computer literacy.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Credit history check from a national credit bureau will be conducted for all candidates.

Skills

• Contract negotiation and administration.
• Risk evaluation and compliance management.
• Supplier performance monitoring and relationship building.
• Guidance on contract terms, policies, and procurement requirements.
• Development and maintenance of contract management controls.
• Process improvement and supplier engagement.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Strong computer proficiency and attention to detail.
• Leadership and team collaboration.
• Problem‑solving and business judgment.

Schedule

Shift: First; Employment Type: Full‑time; Up to 25% travel.