Contract Manager

Job Title: IT Sourcing & Contracts Manager

 Duration: 06+ Months Contract

 Location: Westerville, OH (Onsite)

 Duties: 

• Lead the creation, negotiation, and management of various contracts including Master Contractor & Subcontractor Agreements (MCA), Master Supplier Services Agreements (MSSA), License Agreements, Statements of Work (SOWs), Amendments, Renewals, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), and Purchase Orders (POs).
• Ensure contracts comply with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Oversee the red-lining process and ensure alignment between legal, business, and vendor requirements.
• Manage RFP responses for state and local government clients, supporting the Project Management Office (PMO) and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop and submit winning proposals.

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Procurement Contracts:

• Manage end-to-end procurement contracts, from initiation through negotiation and final execution.
• Work with vendors and internal teams to resolve any contract-related issues and ensure contract terms are being met.
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for major IT procurement projects, from ideation to execution.
• Oversee vendor vetting and selection, ensuring the identification of the best-fit solutions for the organization.
• Take ownership of contract negotiations, ensuring favorable terms, risk mitigation, and optimal value for the company.

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Skills: 

• 10+ years of experience in IT sourcing, procurement contracts, and contract management, particularly within technology, software, and IT services.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex sourcing and procurement projects from start to finish.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, negotiation strategies, and best practices in IT procurement.
• Experience managing RFP processes and working with government clients.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, global environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of Excel at an intermediate-advanced level

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Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Law, Information Technology, or related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS, PMP, Agiloft) are a plus.