Manager, Contracts
eSentire
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Role Summary
eSentire is looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to join our dynamic team and lead our contract management operations. We are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Manager to oversee our commercial contracting process, lead a team of contract professionals, and ensure efficient contract lifecycle management while minimizing risk and maximizing business value.
Please note: If the successful candidate lives within 50 km of our office in Waterloo, Ontario this will be a hybrid position (Monday and Friday – work from home, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday – work onsite). If the successful candidate lives more than 50 km from our office in Waterloo this will be a remote position.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to spend a significant portion of their daily duties drafting documentation and managing the contract process, work closely with the eSentire sales teams and other functional areas. The position requires a good understanding of contract language, strong written exceptional negotiation skills, and good relationship management and interpersonal communication skills.
Contract Management
• Lead the development, review, and negotiation of complex commercial contracts
• Oversee contract lifecycle from initiation through execution and renewal
• Develop and maintain contract templates and standardized terms
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations
• Manage contract database and documentation systems
• Other operational, management duties, and projects as may be assigned
Team Leadership
• Lead and develop a team of contract professionals
• Set performance objectives and conduct regular reviews
• Provide mentoring and professional development opportunities
• Manage workload distribution and resource allocation
Stakeholder Management
• Partner with internal departments including Legal, Sales, Customer Success and Finance
• Build and maintain relationships with external partners and vendors
• Provide strategic guidance on contract-related matters
• Lead contract-related training initiatives
Process Improvement
• Implement and optimize contract management processes
• Drive automation and efficiency initiatives
• Develop reporting mechanisms and analytics
• Lead continuous improvement projects
Technical Skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Salesforce, DocuSign CLM, Insight and eSignature
• Experience with contract management systems
• Knowledge of data analytics and reporting tools
• Understanding of risk management principles
Competencies
• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Superior organizational abilities
• Strong leadership capabilities
• Effective communication at all levels
Skills and Experience
- University or college degree in business, legal, related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 7+ years of commercial contract management experience
- 3+ years of people management experience
- Strong understanding of contract law and commercial terms
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills
- Proven leadership and project management abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Initiative-taker, meticulous and process driven
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality service,
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent teamwork and team building skills
- Ability to multi-task on several projects in a fast-paced environment
- Adapt to changing priorities, maintain posture in high pressure situations while meeting tight deadline
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