Attorney, Bond Market, Communication Skills, Construction, Contract Creation, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Corporate Policies, Credit Risk, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Detail Oriented, Establish Priorities, Financial Analysis, Insurance, Insurance Documentation, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Leasing, Legal, Microsoft Office, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Paralegal, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Profit & Loss Analysis, Project/Program Management, Proposal Writing, Regulatory Requirements, Rentals, Request for Proposals (RFP), Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Sales, Team Building, Team Player, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Minneapolis, Minnesota
POSTED
30+ days ago
WE DON'T CHEAT AT SOLITAIRE!
Satellite Shelters, Inc., a leader in the mobile office and storage solution industry, is looking for an experienced, dedicated, customer-focused contracts manager to join our team in Plymouth, MN. Satellite Shelters is a company that believes in treating our customers and employees with honesty and integrity. If you are someone who does the right thing, even when no one is looking, then we want to talk to you!
Position Summary:
We are seeking a Contract Manager to join our dynamic contracts team. In this multifaceted role, you will drive contract management excellence. You will have the skills to conduct proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and work directly with colleagues and customers on a variety of contracts. You will provide for proper contract fulfillment in accordance with company policies and objectives, legal requirements, and customer expectations. Your expertise will be instrumental in continuing to shape the contracts landscape, fostering collaboration, and optimizing contractual processes to protect the company’s interests and enhance overall efficiency.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Drives implementation of strategic contract opportunities with the most significant impact on the corporation and assessing and reducing risk of exposure
Approves and implements new and revised contract policy and process
An understanding of the construction industry
Managing contracts and services in accordance with company policies
Drafting, evaluating, negotiating and executing the terms and conditions in various contracts covering sales, lease and large rental projects
Assisting in the preparation of various contracts
Working with customers on business matters
Reviewing RFPs, RFQs, Bids, etc. and preparing submittals for each
Maintaining contractual documents
Research and respond to project notices for major projects
Problem-solving contract-related issues
Administrate company's bonding program; order bid, payment/performance as required and other special bonds as may be necessary
Check to make sure customers are credit worthy
Review changes to company standard forms
Works with outside legal counsel as needed
Maintain excellent working relationships with customers
Assist as necessary with insurance renewals and special insurance certificates
Provides guidance and leadership to cross-functional business team members
May occasionally lead complex negotiations
Understands the business and has an appreciation of financial/analytical issues and profit and loss implications
Identify opportunities to improve business processes and devise plans to implement these changes.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
No formal supervisory role at the present time.
Education and Experience Suggested:
Bachelor’s Degree
Paralegal Certification
5+ years of business experience,
Construction industry experience preferred
Advanced contract and technical knowledge (preferably 5+ years)
Experience with building leases preferred
Excellent presentation, teambuilding, and leadership skills
A global perspective of the business environment and technology
Required Skills/Competencies/Qualifications:
Demonstrated conduct that is in alignment with our Core Values
Self-driven
Customer/client focused
Personal effectiveness/credibility
Strong written, organizational, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills
Excellent problem-solving, time management, and leadership skills
Highly developed attention to detail with an ability to spot errors and potential risks
Proficiency in MS Office Suite
Ethical
Project Management
Demonstrated ability to work with a team
Flexibility
Ability to deal effectively with confidential information
Ability to work with varying seniority levels, including staff, managers and external partners
Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines
Ability to work well under pressure and to balance competing demands
Ability to work productively and independently
Physical/Mental Demands:
Position requires a high degree of concentration to manage frequent interruptions while meeting strict deadlines. This position is largely a sedentary role, requiring use of typical office equipment such as computers, printers, copiers, and scanners.