Contract Manager (m/f/d)

Kion Group AG; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 79,926 - 102,762; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Employee discounts

Job summary

Dematic in Heusenstamm, Germany is seeking a Contracts Manager to protect our business and enable project success across EMEA. You will work with cross-functional teams to safeguard contractual positions and ensure governance throughout the project lifecycle.

Ideal candidates have a university degree in business, law or engineering, strong project management and negotiation skills, and fluency in English and German. Travel may be required, with flexible and mobile working options available.

Qualifications

• University degree in Business Administration, Law, Engineering, or related field.
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Fluent English and German, both written and spoken, required; knowledge of French/Italian/Spanish a plus.
• Experience in contract and claim management, contract analysis and drafting, or legal advisory roles.

Responsibilities

• Identify contractual risks and develop mitigation strategies in line with policies.
• Partner with Project Management, Controlling, and Project Procurement to safeguard contractual positions.
• Support governance and approval documentation for timely decisions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across all phases of projects.
• Monitor contractual obligations, including payment milestones, guarantees, and other commitments.
• Lead contract settlement discussions with customers, suppliers and partners.
• Proactively identify opportunities and resolve contractual issues to minimize risk.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

University degree in Business Administration, Law, Engineering, or related field

Job description

## Contract Manager (m/f/d)Applylocations: Heusenstamm, Germanytime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR-0091758Join Dematic and help shape the success of innovative intralogistics projects. As a Contracts Manager, you will play a key role in protecting our business, enabling project success, and driving commercial excellence through every stage of the project lifecycle. Working with cross-functional teams across EMEA, you'll make a lasting impact in a dynamic and collaborative environment.# **We offer:*** Benefits of an International MDax Group (KION Group) company* Plenty of room for creativity in a rapidly growing company* Flexible and mobile working* Individual support and development* Employee discounts# **Tasks and Qualifications:****How you’ll make a difference*** Identify contractual risks and develop effective mitigation strategies in line with internal policies and processes.* Partner with Project Management, Controlling, and Project Procurement to safeguard Dematic’s contractual position throughout the entire project lifecycle.* Support the preparation of governance and approval documentation to ensure compliance and timely decision-making.* Collaborate closely with project stakeholders driving alignment across all phases of the project.* Monitor contractual obligations and ensure compliance with key terms, including payment milestones, accounting requirements, guarantees, bonds, and other commercial commitments.* Lead and support contract settlement discussions and negotiations with customers, suppliers, and other contract partners.* Contribute to successful project execution by proactively identifying opportunities, resolving contractual issues, and minimizing risk.**What we’re looking for*** University degree in Business Administration, Law, Engineering, or a related field, with a solid understanding of accounting and finance principles.* Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.* Relevant experience in contract and claim management, contract analysis and drafting, and/or legal advisory roles, ideally within large-scale projects.* Fluent English and German language skills, both written and spoken, are essential. Additional knowledge of French, Italian, or Spanish is considered an advantage.* Strong negotiation and communication skills, combined with analytical thinking, creativity, and a solution-oriented mindset.* Demonstrated persistence, resilience, and confidence in managing challenging contractual situations and resolving conflicts.* Proactive and self-motivated approach, with sound judgment and decision-making capabilities.* Strong team player with the ability to work effectively across functions and cultures.* Willingness to travel as required.### About usKION Supply Chain Solutions (KION SCS) is an operating unit of the KION Group, consisting of the two strong and successful brands Dematic and DAI. Dematic is an intralogistics innovator that designs, builds and supports intelligent, automated solutions for manufacturing, warehouse and distribution environments for customers that are powering the future of commerce. The company is headquartered in Atlanta with engineering centers, manufacturing facilities and service centers located in more than 25 countries, and also owns the software company, Digital Applications International Limited (DAI).DAI, acquired by Dematic in 2020, specializes in logistics automation solutions with offices in the US, UK and Switzerland.The KION Group is among the world’s leading suppliers of industrial trucks and supply chain solutions and has a global network of more than 42,000 employees. Its portfolio encompasses forklift trucks and warehouse trucks, as well as integrated automation technology and software solutions for the optimization of supply chains. Across more than 100 countries worldwide, the KION Group’s solutions improve the flow of material and information within factories, warehouses, and distribution centers.Our Linde and STILL forklift brands serve the premium industrial truck segment. Dematic is a global leader in automated material handling. Together, we are shaping the future and are among the best in our industry.