Contract Strategist: Master Drafting & Risk Mitigation

KEYENCE Corporation; Elmwood Park (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus target $19,676

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401

Job summary

KEYENCE Corporation is seeking a Contract Specialist in Elmwood Park, NJ to support the Legal team by evaluating, drafting and managing contractual agreements. The role emphasizes risk assessment, standard documents, and lifecycle management across customer and vendor contracts.

The ideal candidate will have a business background, 2+ years of contract experience, and strong communication skills to collaborate with Sales and Corporate teams. On-site work with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in contract administration, procurement, or contract negotiation.
• Strong integrity and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to understand and interpret complex contractual language and business concepts.
• Experience with contract lifecycle management systems and risk assessment practices.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and assess customer and vendor agreements to identify risks and recommend appropriate revisions.
• Draft, edit, and maintain Keyence standard legal documents and contract templates.
• Support contract lifecycle management, including drafting, negotiation, execution, tracking, and termination.
• Lead or support projects related to legal review, contract standardization, and process improvements.
• Ensure contracts are aligned with company policies, legal standards, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Maintain accurate documentation, records, and contract data within designated systems.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for contract-related inquiries from internal stakeholders, including Sales and Corporate teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Independence

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Contract lifecycle management systems

Risk assessment practices

Job description

KEYENCE Corporation is seeking a Contract Specialist in Elmwood Park, NJ to support the Legal team by evaluating, drafting and managing contractual agreements. The role emphasizes risk assessment, standard documents, and lifecycle management across customer and vendor contracts.

The ideal candidate will have a business background, 2+ years of contract experience, and strong communication skills to collaborate with Sales and Corporate teams. On-site work with competitive benefits.