Contract Manager-Jobs in United States

OrganOx is an innovative, fast-paced, global medical device company with a mission to save lives by making every donated organ count. We are a commercial stage organ technology company, spun out of the University of Oxford in 2008, committed to improving transplantation outcomes throughout the world. The company’s first product, the OrganOx metra normothermic machine perfusion (NMP) system for liver transplantation, has been used to support more than 5,000 liver transplant operations globally. As part of our ongoing global expansion we are seeking a motivated Contract Specialist/Manager to join our team.

Position Summary

The position of Contract Specialist/Manager is responsible for management of contracts for goods, services, and financial agreements. These agreements are to support R&D, Production, Supply Chain and Field Maintenance requirements.

This is a flexible on-site role in Oxford.

Requirements

Listed below are the major responsibilities of the role and a brief description of some of the key tasks to be performed. This list is not totally exhaustive:

Major Responsibilities

Under direction from the Head of Procurement the Contract Specialist/Manager will be responsible for:

Contract management

• Contract preparation, negotiation, execution and management; managing contracts from initiation through to closure, including preparation of contract amendments, extensions and terminations
• Review and evaluation of proposal plans and contract specifications; developing and presenting contract negotiation strategies to stakeholders; drafting contractual agreements, including the revision of existing contracts, and agreeing them with contractors
• Negotiation of contract terms, conditions and pricing, optimising contract value; tracking and managing the performance and expiration of contracts; ensuring compliance with company policies and government regulations
• Assess contract performance to identify risks and ensure resolution
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date contract records and documentation
• Provide business advice and guidance on contract matters to internal teams.
• Coordinate with legal and compliance departments to address contract disputes or issues
• Conduct market research to inform procurement strategies and decisions

Stakeholder Management

• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to understand their requirements and manage their expectations
• Manage supplier relationships strategically and act as the supplier point of contact
• Continuously improve processes and procedures to increase efficiency and effectiveness
• Adhere to the letter and spirit of OrganOx’s Code of Conduct and all other company policies

Skills & Experience

• Knowledge / understanding of the medical supply chain
• Knowledge of legal requirements involved with contracts
• Demonstrable understanding of contract management processes
• Demonstrable experience drafting contractual agreements and terms, with the ability to produce contract management related technical reports to a high standard in terms of technical content, presentation and written English
• Excellent communication, negotiation and communication skills. Able to communicate effectively at all levels both internally and externally
• Attention to detail and the ability to spot errors and inconsistencies. Strong problem-solving skills with a commitment to continuous improvement. Ability to evaluate risk and make recommendations.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team. Collaborate with internal stakeholders across the company including Production, Commercial, Sales, Quality, Engineering and Finance.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Adaptable, proactive and resourceful with the ability to thrive in a continuously evolving environment
• Computer literate to a high level in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law, business administration, or relevant field; or equivalent experience
• Proven work experience (minimum 3 years) as a Contract Specialist or similar within the medical technology or pharmaceutical industry
• Professional qualification such as CIPS, highly desirable

A job description does not imply that the duties stated are the only ones to be performed by the job holder. Job holder will be required to follow any other job-related instruction as reasonably requested by their line manager or their designate.

At OrganOx, we value innovation, evidence, integrity, teamwork, respect, and passion. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including healthcare and retirement plans. We support work-life balance and provide opportunities for ongoing professional development.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Created on 01/05/2025 by TN United Kingdom