Contracts Manager

VulcanForms Inc.; Ayer (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

VulcanForms Inc. is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee the full contract lifecycle across procurement, sales, and finance. You will draft, review, and negotiate a range of agreements, support cross-functional teams, and maintain contract visibility with an emphasis on risk mitigation.

The role requires strong knowledge of commercial terms, experience with CLM platforms such as Evisort, and the ability to manage deadlines and obligations in a fast-growing company environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience drafting, reviewing, analyzing, and negotiating commercial contracts.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, analyze, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including NDAs, MSAs, SOWs, and SaaS contracts.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

CLM management

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

e-signature

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Evisort

Job description

About Us

Founded in 2015 to develop the world’s first industrially scalable laser metal additive manufacturing solution, VulcanForms is reshaping how the world manufactures critical products. We build and operate advanced digital infrastructure that enables innovation, accelerates growth, and supports sustainability across aerospace, defense, medical, and other essential industries. Through our vertically integrated capabilities, including scalable additive manufacturing and precision machining, we deliver true end-to-end production at scale by combining cutting-edge technology with a foundation of proven industrial craftsmanship. Our team brings deep expertise in manufacturing, materials science, software, automation, and operations, united by a shared commitment to quality, curiosity, and accountability. We foster an inclusive culture where people take ownership, solve meaningful problems, and continuously learn, because we believe diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes.

About Us

Founded in 2015 to develop the world’s first industrially scalable laser metal additive manufacturing solution, VulcanForms is reshaping how the world manufactures critical products. We build and operate advanced digital infrastructure that enables innovation, accelerates growth, and supports sustainability across aerospace, defense, medical, and other essential industries. Through our vertically integrated capabilities, including scalable additive manufacturing and precision machining, we deliver true end-to-end production at scale by combining cutting-edge technology with a foundation of proven industrial craftsmanship. Our team brings deep expertise in manufacturing, materials science, software, automation, and operations, united by a shared commitment to quality, curiosity, and accountability. We foster an inclusive culture where people take ownership, solve meaningful problems, and continuously learn, because we believe diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes.

Job Purpose

The Contracts Manager will report to the General Counsel and manage the full contract lifecycle, from intake, review, and negotiation through execution, renewals, and ongoing obligation tracking, across procurement, sales, finance, and other commercial agreements. The role will support agreements across various industries including consumer electronics, medical, and defense, ensuring contractual alignment with business objectives and mitigating legal and commercial risk.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, analyze, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including NDAs, MSAs, SOWs, supply and joint development agreements, order forms, SaaS and subscription agreements, amendments, leases, and other procurement, sales, and finance agreements.
• Partner with Sales, Procurement, Finance, IT, and other cross-functional teams to understand business requirements, provide contractual guidance, and identify and elevate material legal or commercial risks.
• Independently negotiate agreements exercising sound judgment regarding when to elevate non-standard, material, or higher-risk issues to the General Counsel.
• Own and continuously improve the contract lifecycle management (CLM) process, including intake, workflows, templates, playbooks, approvals, execution, tracking, renewals, reporting, and contract visibility.
• Maintain accurate contract records and track key obligations, renewal dates, expiration dates, and other ongoing contractual commitments.
• Complete customer and vendor onboarding, security, and procurement questionnaires, coordinating with internal stakeholders to provide accurate and timely responses.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience drafting, reviewing, analyzing, and negotiating commercial contracts, preferably in an in-house legal, contracts management, or corporate paralegal environment.
• Strong understanding of commercial contract provisions, including indemnification, warranties, limitation of liability, confidentiality, termination, intellectual property, and revenue recognition.
• Experience working with a contract lifecycle management (CLM) platform, such as Evisort.
• Strong judgment and ability to independently manage negotiations while recognizing when issues require escalation or additional legal review.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat and/or e-signature platforms.
• Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, paralegal certificate, professional certification, or relevant continuing education.
• Experience working in a startup or high-growth company.
• Experience supporting commercial agreements across consumer electronics, medical, and defense industries.
• Familiarity with FAR, DFARS, subcontracting requirements, and ITAR/export compliance.

VulcanForms offers a competitive salary and equity package. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, VulcanForms provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous paid time off; and a 401(k) plan with company match.

The annual base salary range for this position is $84,872 to $116,700.