Contracts Manager (Remote)

About the role

The organization manages Medicaid and publicly‑funded health care services in western North Carolina, overseeing contracts related to provider and vendor services. The Contracts Manager role is responsible for overseeing the contracting process and vendor lifecycle management within the Contracts Team. This position ensures the development, negotiation, and administration of provider and vendor contracts, supports multiple departments by maintaining contract templates, managing contract execution, and ensuring accurate data and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and negotiate provider and vendor contracts using approved templates
• Manage distribution, tracking, and execution of contracts and agreements
• Maintain business procedures and provide supervision to the Contracts Specialist
• Communicate contract status to internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure accuracy and update of contract data in the electronic contract lifecycle management platform
• Organize, store, and archive executed contracts
• Generate reports related to contract status and content for leadership
• Support training and assistance for staff on contract processes and systems
• Assist in procurement activities including requests for proposals and information
• Lead special projects to improve contract management, vendor relations, and procurement

Requirements

• Experience or ability to quickly learn client relationship management and vendor lifecycle software
• Knowledge of contracting principles, healthcare business practices, and policies
• Strong analytical, communication, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a diverse team
• Excellent time management, attention to detail, and organizational skills
• Experience supervising staff and managing multiple priorities