Manager - Contract Management

Manager - Legal & Contract Manager Management 

Position Overview:

As Legal & Contract Manager, you will oversee the full contract lifecycle for our global supply chain, where you will be driving compliance, optimizing commercial value, and mitigating risk. This is a high-impact position requiring deep expertise in defense procurement regulations, strategic negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration.

What You Will Do:

• Lead end-to-end contract management: negotiation, award, administration, and closeout.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to foster transparency and collaboration.
• Ensure compliance with contractual terms—covering pricing, delivery, quality, and IP rights.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks such as delays, cost overruns, and performance gaps.
• Draft and refine contract language to ensure clarity and minimize ambiguity.
• Negotiate new contracts and amendments to secure favorable terms for the organization.
• Maintain accurate contract documentation and ensure timely updates to stakeholders.
• Monitor supplier performance and address deviations swiftly and effectively.
• Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, procurement, finance) for seamless execution.
• Stay current with defense industry regulations and integrate compliance into contract strategy.
• Prepare executive-level reports and presentations on contract performance and risk areas.

What We Require:

•  Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, or related field (Master’s a plus)
• 5+ years of contract management experience, ideally in the defense sector
• Proven success negotiating complex, high-value contracts
• Deep understanding of defense procurement regulations

Core Competencies:

• Contract Management Mastery of contract lifecycle, negotiation tactics, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Regulatory Compliance Ability to interpret and apply defense procurement regulations with precision.
• Commercial Acumen Skilled in negotiating terms that maximize value and minimize exposure.
• Analytical Thinking Strong ability to assess risks, uncover opportunities, and make data-driven decisions.
• Problem-Solving Proven track record of resolving disputes and implementing practical, effective solutions.
• Communication & Negotiation Excellent interpersonal and advocacy skills to influence outcomes and build alignment.
• Attention to Detail High level of accuracy in drafting, reviewing, and executing contract language.
• Stakeholder Management Ability to foster trust and collaboration across internal teams and external partners.
• Project Management Capable of managing multiple contracts and deadlines with efficiency and focus.
• Technical Knowledge Familiarity with defense-specific terminology and operational requirements.