Contracts Manager - North America

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and manage diverse business contractual activities for Radiall across North America, ensuring alignment with business objectives and corporate governance requirements.
• Lead contract negotiations in strategic alignment with HQ Legal and Compliance Departments, balancing business growth opportunities with risk mitigation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all contract-related inquiries, fostering and sustaining strategic partnerships with both customers and vendors.
• Review and analyze requests for proposals (RFPs) and support the drafting, review and negotiation of complex contractual agreements with customers, partners, and suppliers in adherence to company policy.
• Oversee contract performance and execution, implementing robust risk monitoring and control measures.
• Provide expert guidance and interpretation of contractual terms, obligations, and compliance requirements to business leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Mitigate commercial, financial, and technical risks throughout the project lifecycle to ensure operational needs are consistently met.
• Maintain a comprehensive contract baseline and record system, ensuring all documentation is accurate and audit-ready.
• Monitor contract performance and key milestones, ensuring timely renewals and compliance with obligations in close co-operation with internal stakeholders.
• Deliver specialized training to management and staff on contractual obligations and compliance standards.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, including government contract flow-down clauses, FAR/DFARS requirements, and customer specific obligations, as applicable.
• Administer and optimize the Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) system, ensuring accurate reporting, document retention, workflow management, and process effectiveness.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in contract management.
• Demonstrated success managing complex projects within international, industrial, and high-growth environments.
• Ability to operate independently while contributing effectively to multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
• Proven resilience and commitment to high-quality service delivery under challenging circumstances.
• A business-oriented mindset with the ability to balance legal risks with business objectives.
• Exceptional negotiation skills complemented by strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Well organized and structured with attention to details even in complex situations.