Contract Specialist

Key Responsibilities: Draft, review, process, and administer a variety of contracts, agreements, amendments, renewals, and related documentationManage contracts throughout the full lifecycle, from initial request and negotiation through execution, renewal, and terminationReview contractual terms and conditions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policiesCoordinate with Legal, Finance, Procurement, Operations, and other departments to facilitate contract review and approvalsTrack key contract dates, including expirations, renewals, notice periods, and other critical milestonesMaintain organized and accurate contract files, databases, and electronic recordsAssist with contract negotiations and communicate requested revisions between internal stakeholders and external partiesMonitor contractual obligations and follow up with appropriate parties to ensure requirements and deadlines are metIdentify discrepancies, risks, or non-standard terms and escalate issues when appropriatePrepare reports and summaries related to contract status, renewals, obligations, and other key metricsSupport improvements to contract management processes, procedures, and internal controlsQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Legal Studies, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred 3+ years of experience in contract administration, contract management, procurement, legal operations, or a related functionStrong understanding of contract terminology and the contract lifecycleExcellent attention to detail and organizational skillsStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage multiple contracts, priorities, and deadlines simultaneouslyComfortable working with multiple departments and levels of managementProficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with contract lifecycle management (CLM) or document management systems is a plus