Contract Manager

Panelmatic • Houston, TX

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About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Contract Manager to oversee the full contract lifecycle, including drafting, negotiation, execution, compliance monitoring, renewal, and resolution. This is a customer-facing role that requires regular interaction with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders to manage contractual matters, resolve issues, and support strong business relationships. This position may be suited to a paralegal or a professional with extensive experience in contract management who can balance legal, commercial, and relationship-management responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, law, business administration, or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of contract law and contract administration principles.
• Prior experience working as a Contract Manager or in a closely related role.
• Proven contract drafting, review, and negotiation skills.
• High level of accuracy and exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to interpret contract language and translate obligations into practical business actions.

Nice To Haves

• Certification or specialization in contract law or contract management
• Working knowledge of contract management systems or software
• Ability to multi-task and work independently
• Paralegal background or significant hands-on experience in contract management
• Experience supporting both customer-facing and vendor-facing agreements

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, execute, and manage contracts throughout the full contract lifecycle.
• Manage customer, vendor, and other commercial agreements to protect the company’s legal and business interests.
• Monitor contract compliance, performance, obligations, and key deadlines to ensure terms and conditions are met.
• Conduct periodic contract reviews to identify risks, resolve issues, and support amendments, renewals, and redrafts as needed.
• Provide contract guidance and practical support to internal stakeholders on contractual rights, obligations, and business terms.
• Resolve contract-related conflicts and support the business in addressing disputes or non-compliance issues.
• Maintain clear communication with internal and external stakeholders regarding contract status, requirements, and outstanding actions.
• Ensure contract records, documentation, and related communications are accurate, organized, and up to date.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, HSA, term life, AD&D, STD, LTD
• 100% medical premium paid for by Panelmatic for the employee-only level medical coverage
• 80% paid for by Panelmatic and 20% paid for by the employee on all other level medical coverage (i.e. employee plus child, employee plus spouse, family)
• 401(k) contributions matched 100% up to 4%
• Scholarships, educational reimbursement, paid volunteerism, and paid personal and professional development provided
• PTO and paid holidays provided
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive wages
• Family-friendly environment with average employee tenure above five years

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level