Contracts Manager

Rehlko•Liverpool, TX

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Why Work at Clarke Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life. Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands. Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter. At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future! What We Offer At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide: Competitive compensation and benefits Work-life flexibility Recognition and rewards Development and career opportunities A safe and inclusive workplace Why You Will Love this Job Contracts Manager We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Contracts Manager within our Service Commercial Team to support the continued growth of Clarke Energy’s service business. In this role, you will take ownership of the commercial management and negotiation of aftermarket service contracts, ensuring revenue growth is achieved while maintaining a robust and well-managed risk profile. Acting as a key commercial interface between customers, internal stakeholders, and the wider business, you will play a critical role in driving profitable, sustainable long-term partnerships. Ready to join us? If you are a commercially driven Contracts Manager with a passion for negotiation, risk management, and building long-term customer value, we’d love to hear from you. About Us Clarke proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Clarke at https://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are. In addition to the investment in your development, Clarke offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with Rehlko matching, and more!?

Requirements

Proven experience in managing and negotiating commercial contracts, ideally within an engineering or technical services environment.
Strong commercial acumen with experience selling engineering or service-based solutions.
Solid understanding of legal terms and conditions and their commercial implications.
Degree or HND/HNC qualification, preferably in Business Studies, Engineering, Finance, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
Highly proficient IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong analytical capability with the ability to interpret operational and financial data to identify trends and opportunities.
Highly professional, trustworthy, and accountable, acting as a role model for integrity and reliability.
Strong customer focus with excellent negotiation and influencing skills.
Well organised, disciplined, and able to manage a varied workload effectively.
Confident communicator with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels and disciplines.
Resilient and effective under pressure, with strong attention to detail.
Continuous improvement mindset, willing to challenge constructively when required.
Flexible, adaptable, and committed to delivering results for the business.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of engineering service operations and aftermarket environments.
Familiarity with service-based contract delivery models and lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

Proactively grow aftermarket service revenue and profitability through the creation and negotiation of risk-managed short and long-term commercial contracts.
Manage new and existing opportunities for maintenance contracts, parts supply agreements, and transactional service business.
Lead commercial discussions and contract negotiations with customers, acting as the primary commercial point of contact.
Review, negotiate, and manage contract terms and conditions in collaboration with the Commercial Manager and Legal team, ensuring risks are clearly identified and appropriately mitigated.
Take full responsibility for pricing new maintenance contracts, including contract duration, commercials, and associated terms.
Provide clear, concise commercial guidance to internal stakeholders and external customers on contractual and commercial matters.
Identify, assess, and report contractual risks including performance guarantees, liquidated damages, liability caps, insurance requirements, and compliance obligations.
Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the markets Clarke Energy operates in, providing insight into competitor activity, customer trends, and emerging opportunities.
Work closely with operational teams to ensure service delivery constraints and requirements are reflected within commercial agreements.
Ensure full compliance with Clarke Energy’s Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies and procedures.