Senior Director, Contract Management

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the end-to-end contract lifecycle management process, including intake, review, approval, execution, renewal, and archiving.
• Establish, maintain and enforce contract governance frameworks, policies, and standards to ensure consistency, compliance, and risk mitigation.
• Provide strategic guidance on contract terms, obligations, and risk exposure, escalating key issues to executive leadership as needed.
• Collaborate with Legal to support contract negotiation strategies and ensure adherence to regulatory and corporate requirements.
• Manage a centralized contract repository, ensuring data integrity, accessibility, and audit readiness.
• Oversee contract lifecycle tracking, including key milestones such as renewals, expirations, and performance obligations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including implementation and optimization of contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems and tools.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of contract professionals, fostering a high-performance and service-oriented culture.
• Partner cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to streamline contract workflows and improve turnaround times.
• Monitor compliance with contractual obligations and coordinate resolution of discrepancies or disputes.
• Deliver executive-level reporting and insights on contract performance, risk exposure, and operational metrics.
• Support corporate initiatives, audits, and regulatory reviews related to contract management practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, law, or a related field required.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in contract management, legal operations, or a related discipline, including leadership experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in contract lifecycle management, governance frameworks, and risk assessment.
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, contract law principles, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage, mentor, and develop high-performing teams.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and executive presentation skills.
• High level of integrity and ability to manage confidential information.

Preferred Skills

• Experience implementing or managing CLM systems (e.g., Salesforce, Ironclad, Icertis, or similar platforms).
• Knowledge of healthcare and/or software regulatory or compliance environments.
• Experience supporting procurement, sales contracting, or vendor management functions.
• Familiarity with data analytics and reporting tools related to contract performance.
• Change management experience, including process transformation and system adoption.