Contracts Manager

Transit Technologies• US,

31d•$110,000 - $140,000•Remote

About The Position

Transit Technologies is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead government contracting and strategic commercial agreements across our growing portfolio of transportation technology solutions. Reporting directly to the Chief Legal Officer, this highly visible role will own the complete contract lifecycle—from supporting complex government RFP responses through contract negotiation, execution, and ongoing administration. You'll also play a key role in building scalable contracting processes, implementing Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) technology, and helping the company expand its presence within the public sector. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone who enjoys building processes, partnering across the business, and helping accelerate revenue while managing risk.

Requirements

4–6+ years of experience negotiating SaaS, software, technology, and hardware agreements across both government and commercial environments.
Demonstrated experience managing federal, state, and local government contracts.
Strong knowledge of government procurement processes and competitive RFP responses.
Experience supporting GSA Schedules and Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) programs, including pricing structures, compliance requirements, and modification processes, as well as SAM.gov registration and entity management
Experience implementing or administering a Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platform.
Experience working with Salesforce and modern contracting technologies.
Outstanding contract drafting, negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to balance legal risk with practical business objectives.
Proven ability to manage multiple complex priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Bachelor's degree required.

Nice To Haves

Juris Doctor (JD) or Paralegal certification is a plus but not required.
NCMA Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM)
Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)
Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platform certification

Responsibilities

Manage the complete lifecycle of government contracts, including drafting, reviewing, negotiating, executing, and administering agreements with federal, state, and local government agencies.
Ensure contracts are completed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable regulations.
Monitor contract milestones, renewals, amendments, expirations, and contractual obligations while proactively identifying potential risks.
Lead and coordinate responses to government Requests for Proposals (RFPs), RFIs, and related procurement opportunities.
Partner closely with Sales, Product, Finance, Legal, and executive leadership to develop compelling, compliant, and competitive submissions.
Serve as the internal subject matter expert for government procurement and contracting processes.
Lead the implementation, administration, and ongoing optimization of a Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platform.
Develop scalable contracting workflows, approval processes, templates, clause libraries, and playbooks that improve consistency and reduce contract cycle times.
Continuously identify opportunities to streamline contracting operations and improve organizational efficiency.
Ensure compliance with applicable government contracting regulations, including FAR, DFARS, GSA requirements, and applicable state and local procurement rules.
Stay informed of regulatory changes and advise internal stakeholders on potential business impacts.
Partner with Legal leadership to minimize contractual risk while supporting business growth.
Build strong partnerships across Legal, Sales, Finance, Product, Procurement, Customer Success, and executive leadership.
Provide practical contracting guidance that enables the business to move quickly while maintaining appropriate legal protections.
Deliver training and enablement to internal teams on contracting policies, tools, and best practices.
Leverage approved AI tools to improve productivity, contract quality, and workflow efficiency.
Evaluate AI-generated work critically and apply sound professional judgment before implementation.
Help identify new opportunities to automate repetitive work while maintaining compliance and quality.