Contracts Associate, Manager

BioMarin is a leading rare disease biotechnology company focused on genetically defined conditions. Guided by our purpose to develop medicines that make a profound impact on people’s lives, our global teams have delivered a portfolio of therapies since our founding in 1997. Our revolutionary treatments for conditions like achondroplasia, PKU, CLN2, and multiple forms of MPS offer new possibilities for patients and families who previously had few options. With the recent acquisition of Amicus, our portfolio now includes therapies for Fabry disease and Pompe disease, expanding our reach to more people living with rare genetic conditions.

About the role

BioMarin is seeking a Contracts Associate, Manager, to join our Legal Department. This management role offers an opportunity for an organized, detail-oriented professional to gain hands-on experience supporting enterprise-wide contracting and manage a contracting team within a dynamic biotechnology company. The Contracts Associate Manager will work closely with attorneys, Global Sourcing and Procurement (GSP), and business partners across the organization to draft, negotiate, track, and manage a high volume of contracts. Using established templates, playbooks, and procurement and contract management systems, the successful candidate will help facilitate efficient contract execution while ensuring compliance with Legal policies and procedures. This position will also manage and mentor a team of Contracts Associate professionals.

Responsibilities

• Research prior contracting relationships with suppliers and other contracting parties.
• Draft and negotiate a variety of company agreements including Non-Disclosure Agreements, Master Service Agreements, Amendments, Scopes of Work, and Change Orders, using BioMarin templates, in BioMarin’s procurement and contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems.
• Utilize Legal Department playbooks and approved guidance to negotiate contracts within established parameters.
• Monitor and track a large volume of contracts from draft to final signatures using the CLM.
• Ensure company-wide compliance with BioMarin's contracting policy and procedures.
• Serve as a liaison among Legal, Global Sourcing and Procurement (GSP), business partners, and external contracting parties to facilitate contract review, negotiation, and execution.
• Build collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders to understand and respond to contracting needs.
• Exercise sound judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine action, including identifying issues and escalating matters to in-house counsel when appropriate.
• Support Legal Department initiatives, including maintaining templates and playbooks, training users on contract management processes, and improving operational efficiencies.
• Provide support for departmental projects and cross-functional initiatives as assigned.

Management Responsibilities

• Recruit, onboard, and train new Contracts Associate team members.
• Develop and mentor entry-level to senior-level Contracts Associates as a people leader.
• Follow Department and Company directives for coaching conversations, performance management and review, development, and career conversations.
• Work closely with Manager and Department Leadership to ensure Contracts Associates perform within permitted scope, escalate issues to Company attorneys as necessary, follow Department and Company contracting processes, and adhere to policies and procedures.
• Hold team members accountable.

Requirements

• Ability to work onsite at least two days per week (currently Tuesdays and Thursdays), with occasional additional onsite days as needed.
• At least 2 to 3 years of relevant management experience, preferably managing a contracting team.
• 6+ years of Contracts Associate experience with at least 3 years at a senior level.
• Experience working with leadership-level internal stakeholders, including VPs.
• Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and have a strong work ethic.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and timely with all levels of internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent organization and time management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment with a heavy workload.
• Strong technology aptitude and willingness to learn new systems, processes, and enterprise AI tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach.
• Proficiency in Icertis CLM.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required.

Benefits

BioMarin offers competitive salaries and benefits with onsite amenities including collaborative indoor and outdoor spaces and an onsite coffee bar and café.

Safety Responsibility

Support the organization’s commitment to environmental protection, injury prevention, and continual improvement of EHS management systems. Actively contribute to a safe and environmentally responsible workplace by identifying hazards, reporting incidents, and participating in EHS initiatives and training.