Mgr, Contract Strategy And Administration

Job Description
Hybrid based role reporting into our Florham Park location.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Contract Manager to join our team. As a Contract Manger, you will be responsible for the day-to-day contract workflow from creation to execution of contracts for the GPO, IDN and Hospital channels. You will craft, evaluate, negotiate, execute, and record a wide variety of different contracts covering a range of transactions. The incumbent will work closely with cross-functional teams (account managers, contract team colleagues, legal, compliance, and others) to ensure contracts are legally compliant and structured to be consistent with company strategies and requirements.
Role responsibilities include but not limited to:

Craft, evaluate, negotiate (including redline and re-write terms), and execute of contract documents (agreements, amendments, and renewals) under minimal supervision.
Collaborate with legal resources and internal stakeholders to identify gaps between proposed contract terms and identified business requirements.
Ensure that the contract is complete, accurate and all risks have been identified to the business owner and the proper reviews/approvals completed prior to execution.
Assist department in preparing RFP and RFI documents as requested by customers for timely submission by the appropriate deadline.
Perform activities relating to price actions, product launches, and product changes (adds/deletes) notifications.
Conduct root cause analysis for any contract-related issues or disputes. Identifies and raises issues before they become critical and adjusts quickly to the changes of a dynamic organization.
Record and maintain the tracking of all contract terms (requirements, provisions, etc.)
Prepare contract summary sheets and work closely with Contract Operations team to ensure seamless transition of executed contract documentation to implementation.
Prepare regular reports on contract status, performance, and financial metrics for management review.
Aid in the development and improvement of existing processes, including updating or creating standard form templates, contract playbooks and guidelines and escalation processes.
Respond to inquiries regarding terms in existing contracts and assist business partners in understanding contract provisions.
Manage the contract signature process, including e-signatures and manual signatures.
Works consistently within the department's metrics/timelines for completion of documents.
Oversee the filing of all final contracts. Maintenance of contract records/files and monitor retention for contract documentations.
Facilitate and administer various requests for information, audits, assessments, and special projects.
Periodically serves as backfill and/or overflow support when needed.
Contribute to initiatives aimed at developing shared resources at enhancing workflow efficiency, automation, and standardization.