About This Role
This Contract Manager role supports Indirect Services Procurement, focusing on developing, negotiating, and administering contracts for services essential to Gulfstream's operations. The position involves building supplier partnerships, managing risk, and ensuring smart purchasing decisions across various indirect procurement categories.
Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and service agreements for indirect procurement categories
- Partner with procurement teams and business stakeholders to support supplier sourcing and contracting activities
- Lead or participate in contract negotiations with suppliers and service providers
- Evaluate contract risks, obligations, and compliance requirements
- Manage contract amendments, renewals, and related documentation
- Monitor supplier performance and contractual commitments
- Provide guidance on contract terms, policies, and procurement requirements
- Coordinate with legal counsel and other internal partners to resolve contractual issues
- Develop and maintain controls that support accurate and effective contract management
- Identify opportunities to improve contracting processes and supplier engagement practices
- Prepare assigned letters of intent, agreements, and related contractual documents
- Negotiate contractual commitments as directed with the customer and/or supplier or serve as a member of a negotiating team
- Serve as a consultant to management and internal/external customers and/or suppliers on matters pertaining to policies, plans, and objectives related to contracts
- Assist as directed in the development of strategies and of the resulting agreements, special considerations, schedule requirements, etc.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- At least four years of relevant experience
- Experience drafting, negotiating, and administering contracts
- Knowledge of contract regulations, contract pricing, and commercial terms
- Strong business judgment, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong computer proficiency and attention to detail
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance when required
Nice to have:
- Experience supporting Indirect Services Procurement
Important Details
About the Company
Gulfstream is seeking a Contract Manager to help drive value, manage risk, and support strategic supplier relationships across the organization.
