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Contracts Manager

Buffalo, NY, USFull-time$100k–$155k2026-11-05 → 2026-11-10
On-site

Core

Managing vendor contract requirements for a wide range of indirect procurement categories including Machine Tooling, Calibration Services, IT, Chemicals, Facilities, Logistics and Professional Services.

Role type

Senior IC contracts manager (procurement)

Builds

Vendor contracts and contract lifecycle processes for indirect procurement

Domain

Manufacturing / Supply Chain / Procurement

Required skills

Contract negotiation, contract drafting, risk mitigation, trade compliance (UCC, Incoterms, VAT, duties), legal consultation, contract lifecycle management, template development, process optimization

Preferred skills

Experience in large complex organizations, multicultural environment collaboration, flexible working hours, international travel

Technologies

UCC, Incoterms, FAR, DFARS

Responsibilities

Prepare and negotiate vendor contracts, consult with legal counsel on contractual terms, provide contracts guidance to procurement and logistics managers, maintain accurate contract records, develop contract templates, identify and mitigate vendor contract risks, optimize contract management lifecycle processes, train procurement and logistics personnel on contract requirements

Seniority

Mid-Senior, hands-on IC