Senior Contracts Manager
About The Position
We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time. Join CVS Health as a Senior Contracts Manager and lead the negotiation, development, and execution of complex IT and Non‑IT agreements that power our enterprise. In this high‑impact role, you’ll guide a team of contracting professionals, partner with senior executives, and influence strategic initiatives across the organization.
Requirements
- 7+ years professional experience
- 5+ years contracts experience, including drafting and negotiating complex agreements
- 3+ years advising senior leaders on contract risks and strategy
- Proven ability to manage high‑volume, high‑complexity negotiations
- Ability to work a hybrid schedule at a CVS HUB: Tuesday, Wednesday and two Thursdays a month.
- Bachelor’s degree required or similar experience required
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Ariba (or similar contract management systems)
- Experience in healthcare or retail procurement
- JD, MBA, or relevant advanced degree
- Professional certifications (C.P.M., C.P.P.O., C.F.C.M., C.P.C.M.)
- Experience leading and developing teams
Responsibilities
- Lead drafting, negotiation, and finalization of complex vendor contracts while managing risk and maximizing enterprise value.
- Serve as the escalation point for contract issues, advising senior leaders on legal, commercial, and compliance risks.
- Partner across Legal, Sourcing, Security, Privacy, Tax, Finance, and other SMEs to ensure alignment with policies and regulations.
- Support enterprise initiatives including supplier integration, M&A activities, and enterprise‑wide cost‑saving projects.
- Manage and mentor a high‑performing team across multiple locations.
- Maintain and enhance contract templates, processes, and purchasing policies.
- Provide guidance on contractual rights/obligations and support supplier performance, compliance, and improvement efforts.
- Represent Procurement in business reviews, stakeholder meetings, and educational sessions to reinforce contracting best practices.
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision coverage
- paid time off
- retirement savings options
- wellness programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
