Contract Manager

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The Contract

Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of contract management within the Parcel, Automation, and Consulting Supply Chain business unit. This role ensures compliance with contractual obligations, mitigates risk, and supports project execution by managing agreements with customers, vendors, and partners. The position requires strong knowledge of contract law, negotiation skills, and familiarity with supply chain automation projects.

Your role in our team You will assume ownership of customer contracts from project initiation through close‑out, ensuring full compliance with contractual requirements, notice provisions, and amendment processes

You will serve as a core member of the project execution team, maintaining alignment with project managers and cross‑functional departments on scope, execution, and financial impacts

You will lead the identification, documentation, and negotiation of change orders, ensuring all scope changes are proactively managed and contractually supported

You will develop and implement claims strategies, ensure timely issuance of contractual notices, and coordinate the preparation, substantiation, and negotiation of claims with customers and subcontractors

You will act as the primary contractual point of contact during project execution, supporting dispute resolution and partnering with legal on complex issues or escalations

You will ensure that lessons learned from execution‑phase issues are captured and communicated

Assess and document legal and commercial risks, draft required legal statements, and facilitate internal approvals to ensure compliance with company policies and acceptable risk thresholds

Collaborate with internal stakeholders, participate in approval meetings, and ensure compliance with company policies and risk tolerance at all project stages

Maintain and improve form agreements and templates to streamline processes and increase efficiency

Coordinate with attorneys to develop innovative approaches to contracting requirements, obligations, and exposures

Execute compliance with relevant corporate limits‑of‑authority protocols and, with assistance from company counsel, summarize risks identified during contract review to support approval

Educate business partners on key commercial, legal, and corporate policy considerations across Canada, Mexico, and the USA

Efficiently implement corporate policies, initiatives, and programs related to contract and RFP reviews across Canada, Mexico, and the USA Your profile You have strong expertise in commercial contracting principles

You are proficient in MS Office and contract management systems

You communicate complex contractual concepts clearly to diverse audiences

You excel at achieving mutually beneficial outcomes while protecting company interests

You demonstrate strong analytical thinking and effective problem‑solving skills

You maintain a high level of accuracy when reviewing and drafting documents

You work effectively in fast‑paced, evolving environments

You build trust and collaborate successfully across functions and stakeholder groups

You handle disagreements professionally and constructively

You manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines under pressure

You uphold integrity and confidentiality in all interactions

You focus on delivering value and cultivating positive client relationships Education And Experience Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business, Law, or related field

Minimum 8 years of experience in contract management, preferably in supply chain automation or material handling projects

Proficiency in US Law

Experience in Canadian Law is preferred, understanding of Mexico Law preferred

Experience with large-scale industrial automation or logistics projects is highly desirable

Familiarity with cross-border compliance, customs regulations, and international trade agreements Your Benefits You will enjoy a flexible work environment that supports your work-life balance;

we offer paid time off for parental leave and 22+ days off for personal time and holidays

You will have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with FSA or HSA options, and a 401(k) plan with a company match up to six percent

You are provided with several company-paid benefits, including vision insurance, short and long-term disability and basic life insurance plans, and educational and