Contract Management Lead | Supply Chain

BETA Technologies•South Burlington, VT

9h•Onsite

About The Position

At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture. We are seeking a Contract Management Lead for our Supply Chain team. The Supply Chain Contracts Manager will lead a team of contracting professionals and build a center of excellence for contract development and management within the Supply Chain function. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution—ensuring the team drives critical supply agreements from initial concept through final signature. They will partner closely with team members in the legal, procurement, new product introduction, logistics and finance functions to ensure Beta is considering, drafting, negotiating and executing the appropriate contract tools at the appropriate times.

Requirements

5-7+ years of contract management experience (5+ in supply chain/procurement context)
3+ years of team leadership or supervisory experience
Demonstrated success negotiating complex vendor/supply agreements
Experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain contracting roles
Exposure to multiple contract types (purchase agreements, service agreements, strategic partnerships)
Expert-level contract drafting, negotiation, and management
Knowledge of risk management, compliance, and legal principles

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in related field or JD
Previous experience in aerospace manufacturing or defense contracting
Familiarity with Ironclad or other contract lifecycle management software or compliance tracking software

Responsibilities

Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing contracting team
Establish contracting standards, processes, and training programs
Partner with Beta Legal to maintain a comprehensive library of contract templates and clauses
Establish best practices, policies, and procedures for all supply agreements
Serve as the primary subject matter expert for contracting within supply chain
Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on contracting matters
Ensure all critical supply agreements align with business objectives and mitigate risk
Support complex vendor negotiations and balance commercial needs with legal/compliance requirements
Drive timely contract closure to support supply chain initiatives
Present to leadership on contracts, terms and associated risks