Contract Manager

4 days ago

Greater Sudbury, Canada Jennmar Canada Ltd Full time

**Job Summary**:
**Key Responsibilities**:

- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including supplier agreements, service contracts, licensing agreements, and NDAs.
- Collaborate with internal teams (procurement, engineering, legal, finance, operations) to define contractual requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Manage the entire contract lifecycle: initiation, negotiation, approval, execution, performance monitoring, and closeout.
- Develop and maintain a centralized contract repository; track contract obligations, renewals, milestones, and compliance deadlines.
- Mitigate contractual risks by identifying key risk areas and developing risk mitigation strategies.
- Monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with terms and conditions, and address any deviations or disputes in a timely manner.
- Stay updated on changes in laws, regulations, and best practices affecting manufacturing contracts.
- Support audits, regulatory compliance reviews, and internal reporting related to contractual commitments.
- Train and advise internal stakeholders on contract management processes and standards.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor's degree in Business, Law, Supply Chain Management, or related field (JD or Paralegal certification a plus).
- Minimum of 5 years of contract management experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
- Strong understanding of commercial and legal terms commonly found in vendor and supplier agreements.
- Proven experience in contract negotiation, risk assessment, and compliance monitoring.
- Proficiency with contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

**Preferred Skills**:

- Familiarity with ISO standards, lean manufacturing practices, and quality systems.
- Experience working with international suppliers and global contracts.
- Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) as they relate to procurement and contracting.

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