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Contract Manager

Contract Manager

Aston Carter • Alameda, CA, US
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Sourcing Contract Management

The role involves drafting, negotiating, and managing Statements of Works (SoWs) and Change Orders (COs) for low-risk contracts using the Legal Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) system. You will advise and troubleshoot existing agreements under the guidance of an assigned team member. The position requires attending cross-functional meetings to ensure supplier contract terms and conditions are adequately addressed and contracts are executed promptly. You will be responsible for routing, tracking, and facilitating the timely progress of contracts through to execution, preparing status reports for contracts in circulation, and creating purchase requisitions to enable the PSC business to commence work with the scope of the executed contract.

Responsibilities

  • Draft, negotiate, and manage Statements of Works (SoWs) and Change Orders (COs) for low-risk contracts.
  • Advise and troubleshoot existing agreements under team guidance.
  • Attend cross-functional meetings to ensure contract terms are addressed and executed timely.
  • Route, track, and facilitate contracts from submission to execution.
  • Prepare status reports for contracts in circulation.
  • Create purchase requisitions to enable business commencement.
  • Assist and support continuous improvement activities.
  • Resolve issues with invoices pending department approvals in collaboration with Procurement Operations and Accounts Payable.
  • Facilitate and support budget forecasting and accrual activities.
  • Provide support during financial audits at month or quarterly close.
  • Maintain GxP and financial audit inspection readiness as applicable.
  • Assist with other sourcing projects as needed.

Essential Skills

  • Must have experience in contract writing within life sciences industries.
  • Ability to draft Statements of Works (SoWs) and Change Orders (COs).
  • Knowledge of contract management processes including tracking, routing, approvals, and signatures.
  • Understanding of clinical / commercial supply chain terms and risks.
  • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams such as R&D, CMC, Clinical, Finance, and Commercial.
  • Strong vendor management and supplier communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills; detail-oriented.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • 1-2+ years of experience in life sciences, biotech, or pharmaceutical industry.
  • Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience with contract manufacturing agreements and biologics supply chain agreements.
  • Budget forecasting, accruals, and audit support experience.
  • GxP or financial audit readiness experience.
  • Proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel (including pivot tables).
  • Experience with CMOs or clinical testing labs.
  • Familiarity with Agiloft, SAP, Ariba, and contract negotiation.
  • Work Environment

    This position is onsite, providing an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with access to advanced technologies and systems. The role requires collaboration with multiple departments and stakeholders, ensuring a comprehensive approach to contract management and execution.

    Job Type & Location

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Alameda, CA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $67.00 - $80.00 / hr.

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following : Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

    Workplace Type

    This is a fully onsite position in Alameda,CA.

    Application Deadline

    This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2026.

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