Contracts Manager III

Job Title: Contracts Manager III
Job Location: 1 DNA Way, South San Francisco, CA 94080
Duration: 16 months contract with possibility for extension or conversion
Payrate: $33.22 - $56.74 per hr. on W2

Hybrid - three days in office, two remote (no overtime required)

Job Description:
The Contracts Manager is responsible for assessing, analyzing, drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and executing contracts to enable Development Sciences and Translational Medicine divisions and their representatives to efficiently procure services and/or collaborate with external parties. The role ensures compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct compliant, thorough, and appropriate assessment, analysis, drafting, review, and negotiation of contractual documents.
• Negotiate the best possible contract terms, considering risk exposure, departmental risk tolerance, and organizational guidelines.
• Exercise sound judgment and authority to make legal decisions during contract negotiation with minimal reliance on the Legal group.
• Advise and influence stakeholders and functional leadership on contractual and business terms, as well as process efficiencies.
• Partner with stakeholder groups to assess future needs and proactively implement process changes (e.g., legal, templates, DOA/playbooks).
• Work collaboratively, effectively, and efficiently with all internal and external partners and stakeholders.
• Serve as a resource within the group; may train other contract managers on processes, negotiation strategies, templates, and playbooks. May also supervise.
• Influence departmental objectives and long-term goals; may lead process improvements or other special projects.
• Deliver effective presentations to stakeholder groups and leadership to build understanding of contract purpose and process, while highlighting areas of concern and/or attention.
• Maintain records of executed contracts and respond to audit requests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualification and Experience

• BS/BA in Business, Legal, or related discipline, or equivalent education and experience (JD preferred).
• 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer focus with proven ability to build and maintain effective internal and external partnerships.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across all organizational levels.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of industry regulations

Preferred (Optional)

• Certification in contract management preferred

Interview Format

• One panel interview with three team members.
• If necessary, a second interview may be scheduled with the hiring manager to determine best fit.

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