Contracts Specialist

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated•Waterloo, ON

2d•CA$68,600 - CA$91,400•Hybrid

About The Position

Teledyne Digital Imaging (TDI), a subsidiary of Teledyne Technologies Inc., is seeking a Contracts Specialist to support its machine vision and scientific camera business units worldwide. This role is crucial for ensuring timely responses to client inquiries, effective risk management, and compliance with Teledyne's corporate requirements. The Contracts Specialist will collaborate closely with Sales and Marketing, and Customer Service/Sales Operations to manage contracts with third parties, including sales channels, customers, and suppliers. This is a hands-on position requiring initiative and a drive to complete tasks efficiently. The role reports to the Director, Contracts & Legal, for Teledyne Digital Imaging. International and domestic travel is required, and the position is ideally based in North America, with hybrid (office/remote) working arrangements considered.

Requirements

Post-secondary degree in law, business, or commerce is preferred.
Experience (+3 years) in contracts management, including drafting and preparation of contracts.
Excellent negotiating and persuasive skills, both in one-on-one and group situations.
Experience applying organizational standards when preparing tenders/proposals, negotiating terms and conditions, and drafting contracts.
Experience and working knowledge of Canadian and U.S. export control regulations.
Strong communication (written and verbal) and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and to manage a high volume of work at a detailed level in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated proficiency and experience in managing complex contracts matters, identifying risks, and developing innovative solutions with a successful record of problem-solving.
Ability to interact effectively with other functions.
Absolute commitment to performing job in compliance with the highest ethical standards.

Responsibilities

Drafting, negotiation and review of contracts with authorized distributors, sales representatives, OEMs, and other third-party sales channels, including conducting due diligence reviews, in accordance with Teledyne requirements.
Preparation of Non-Disclosure Agreements, Consultant Agreements, etc., using Teledyne-approved templates, to support the TDI business, including negotiation/drafting of acceptable modifications.
Assist with management of direct customer contracts, and the order review and acceptance process, including maintenance of Contracts records for Customer Service/Sales Operations, and responding to inquiries as required.
Support the preparation of tenders and proposals for the sale/supply of TDI products and services in response to Requests for Tenders/Proposals and Solicitations, including review of domestic and foreign government procurement regulations.
Ensure that all quotations/tenders/proposals and contracts are approved and executed in accordance with Teledyne requirements.
Assist with publication of contract templates and forms as required, and manage the contracts/clause template library.
Support Teledyne audits and implement corrective actions as required.
Identify, report and investigate potential disputes/litigation and compliance issues to the Director, Contracts & Legal.
Assist with special projects and preparation of reports as required.
Other contracts-related duties as assigned.