Biotech Contracts Specialist – Draft, Negotiate, Close

Compass Consulting; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in San Rafael is seeking an experienced contract manager to oversee the lifecycle of contracts, ensuring accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 3 to 5 years of experience in contract management. Key responsibilities include managing vendor relationships, ensuring financial approvals, and collaborating with multiple departments to streamline processes. This role demands strong organizational skills and proficiency with specific tools such as SAP/Ariba and Coupa.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in contract management or related roles.
• Strong computer skills with familiarity in database management.
• Experience in a contract-intensive industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of contracts from drafting to final signatures.
• Monitor requisition requests and create purchase orders within specified platforms.
• Conduct vendor research and facilitate supplier onboarding.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance and smooth contract execution.

Skills

Contract management experience

Proficiency in SAP/Ariba

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage high workloads

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Legal Studies, or Life Sciences

Tools

SAP/Ariba

Coupa/Spend Source

Icertis

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A leading consulting firm in San Rafael is seeking an experienced contract manager to oversee the lifecycle of contracts, ensuring accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 3 to 5 years of experience in contract management. Key responsibilities include managing vendor relationships, ensuring financial approvals, and collaborating with multiple departments to streamline processes. This role demands strong organizational skills and proficiency with specific tools such as SAP/Ariba and Coupa.