Contract Manager

Chumash Enterprises • Buellton, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Executive Director of Policy and Controls, and with guidance from Legal Counsel, the Contract Manager reviews, analyzes, and manages contract language from a legal perspective to ensure compliance with legal standards and Chumash Enterprises policies. The role focuses on contract oversight, negotiation, and administration, working collaboratively with internal departments and external parties to minimize the Enterprise’s legal and financial risks.

The Contract Manager oversees organizational contract governance, including repository management, renewal tracking, and compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements. The role also conducts due diligence on potential contracting parties, monitors contract performance and compliance throughout the contract lifecycle, develops contract management procedures and training, and prepares executive-level reports on contract risk, compliance, and performance. The position is located at 585 McMurray Road.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field, and/or Paralegal Certification.
• Five years of experience in contract management, legal support, or related compliance operations, including oversight responsibilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, contract management software, database applications, email, and the Internet.
• Ability to interpret contract language, legal terminology, and regulatory requirements; research legal precedents and applicable laws; analyze risks and make informed recommendations.
• Meticulous attention to contract terms, conditions, and legal requirements, including identifying potential issues and inconsistencies.
• Ability to negotiate contract terms while balancing organizational interests and business relationships, and to resolve disputes professionally.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build positive relationships with internal departments, external vendors, and legal counsel.
• Organizational and time-management skills to manage multiple contracts, meet deadlines, prioritize tasks, and maintain organized documentation.
• Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills to address complex contractual issues, develop practical solutions, anticipate problems, and implement preventive measures.
• Integrity and discretion when handling sensitive contractual and legal information.
• Ability to prepare clear, comprehensive, grammatically correct legal documents, reports, and correspondence using appropriate legal terminology and formatting.
• Ability to adapt to changing legal requirements, business needs, and organizational priorities while maintaining quality standards.
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Nice To Haves

• Experience in contract negotiation and legal document preparation is highly desirable.
• Paralegal certification or contract management certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead review, analysis, and negotiation of contract terms and conditions to ensure alignment with legal standards and company policy objectives; drive contract modifications and improvements.
• Review and redline initial contract drafts using language approved by the Legal department, supporting business operators through the contract lifecycle.
• Apply established risk criteria to determine the appropriate contract review path and coordinate reviews by appropriate approvers.
• Work with the Legal department while approving contracts independently within established thresholds; consult Legal Counsel or a designated delegate on high-value, complex, or non-standard agreements requiring additional legal review.
• Oversee centralized contract governance, including repository management, renewal tracking, and compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison between departments during contract negotiations, in collaboration with the Contract Administrator, and facilitate communication among stakeholders.
• Conduct due diligence reviews of potential contracting parties, including research, risk assessment, and documentation of findings.
• Establish and oversee frameworks for monitoring contract performance and compliance; identify potential issues, breaches, or concerns and take appropriate corrective action.
• Develop and maintain contract management procedures, workflows, and best practices; evaluate processes for improvements and effectiveness.
• Lead Enterprise-wide training on contract management standards and compliance, and mentor staff across departments on contractual obligations and procedures.
• Prepare and present executive-level reports on contract risk exposure, compliance status, and performance metrics.
• Stay current with relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices through continuing education and professional development.
• Promote teamwork, partnership, recognition, mutual respect, and collaboration while modeling company values, behaviors, and the One.Team.Chumash culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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