Contracts Administrator

FPS Food Process Solutions Corporation; Richmond; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food processing equipment manufacturer in Richmond seeks a detail-oriented Contracts Administrator responsible for reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in contracts administration within manufacturing. Strong contract management skills and knowledge of legal terminology are essential for this role, which supports engineering, sales, and project delivery teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in contracts administration or legal/commercial roles in manufacturing.
• Familiarity with capital equipment sales, supply contracts, and international trade terms.
• Strong working knowledge of legal terms and risk allocation.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze customer and supplier contracts.
• Draft and negotiate contract terms to protect the company's interests.
• Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to align contract terms.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation strategies

Legal terminology

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Legal Studies, or related field

Paralegal certification or legal training

Tools

Microsoft Office

DocuSign

SharePoint

ERP systems

Job description

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Position Scope

We are looking for a detail-oriented and commercially savvy Contracts Administrator to join our team in the manufacturing sector, specializing in food processing equipment. This role will be responsible for reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a wide variety of commercial agreements to support our engineering, sales, and project delivery teams. The ideal candidate will bring strong contract management skills and an understanding of capital equipment and supply chain dynamics within the food industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and analyze customer and supplier contracts, including Master Supply Agreements, Equipment Purchase Orders, Installation Agreements, and NDAs
• Draft and redline contract terms to protect the company’s commercial and legal interests
• Negotiate contract language with customers and vendors in coordination with the legal and leadership team
• Evaluate risks related to warranty, indemnity, liability, delivery terms, tariffs, and penalties, and propose risk mitigation solutions
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, project management, and finance teams to ensure contract terms align with operational realities and timelines
• Support structuring and administration of Letters of Credit, Bank Guarantees, and other financial security instruments to ensure alignment with contractual obligations
• Manage contract lifecycle tracking, including renewals, amendments, and key milestones
• Maintain accurate contract documentation in a centralized system and ensure internal compliance with company policies and procedures
• Support internal stakeholders with contract interpretation and process training as needed
• Stay current with industry regulations, especially those affecting food safety, machinery compliance, and cross-border trade (e.g., Incoterms, tariffs)

Qualifications & Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Legal Studies, or related field (Paralegal certification or legal training preferred)
• 3+ years of experience in contracts administration or legal / commercial roles within a manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with capital equipment sales, supply contracts, and international trade terms
• Strong working knowledge of legal terms, risk allocation, and negotiation strategies
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract management tools (e.g., DocuSign, SharePoint, ERP systems)

FPS Food Process Solutions Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all those who apply; however, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. Employment at FPS is based solely on an individual's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competencies and eligibility to work in Canada.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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