Contract Manager

Job Title

Contracts Manager  

Job Location

Montgomery, AL  

Position Description:

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The Contracts Manager will establish and maintain agreements for contractual relationships both interagency and with IT service providers. This role involves coordinating contract-related activities, including development, negotiation, amendments, renewals, execution, and contract performance monitoring, to ensure compliance with agreed terms and conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Lifecycle Management:

Engage in the entire lifecycle of contracts, from drafting and negotiation to execution and termination, ensuring all terms and conditions align with organizational requirements.  

Contract Compliance Monitoring:

Monitor adherence to contract terms and validate SLA penalties or incentives as needed.  

Amendment and Renegotiation:

Prepare, negotiate, and implement contract amendments to accommodate changes in project scope or organizational needs, ensuring continued alignment with business objectives.  

Risk and Issue Management:

Identify and mitigate risks associated with contract execution and vendor management, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.  

Skills Required:

• Manages the entire contractual relationship with IT service providers.  
• Serves as a liaison between the IT service provider and Client or Client clients.  
• Supports multiple contracts or complex enterprise agreements.
• Works on projects that range in size, complexity and contract duration. May coordinate or manage the work of others.

Skills Preferred:

• Advanced knowledge of IT service management and delivery frameworks. Familiarity with state and federal regulations governing contract management and the CMBOK.  
• Professional certification in contract management (e.g., CFCM, CPCM).  
• Proficiency with contract management software (e.g., Coupa, SAP Ariba) and project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA).  
• Experience in budget management and financial oversight within a contracting context.  
• Strong analytical skills and ability to make data-driven decisions.