Contracts Manager

Holtec International; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FLEX Program - Hybrid work

Hybrid work opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Education assistance

Job summary

Holtec International in Camden, NJ is seeking a Contracts Manager to draft, negotiate, review, and administer complex agreements with customers, vendors, consultants, and strategic partners. You will liaise with product, finance, sales, and executive teams to mitigate risk and optimize commercial outcomes across energy and manufacturing sectors.

The ideal candidate has extensive contract negotiation experience, excellent communication skills, and thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field such as business, economics, finance or law.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in handling contract negotiations or JD degree in law.
• Manufacturing/Energy Industry Experience preferred, but not required.
• Excellent English and local language skills; both oral and written.
• Excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills that provide ability to interact with the most senior levels of the organization
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills and willingness to spend most of the working day editing documents in Word or developing Powerpoint training presentations
• Proven ability to work efficiently, effectively and proactively in a fast paced deadline orientated environment
• Desire to enter into a fast-paced place of work that will

Responsibilities

• Drafting, Evaluation, Negotiation and Execution of Non-Disclosure Agreements, Sales/ Agreements with strategic customers, Sub-contracts to vendors, Consulting Agreements, Licensing Agreements, Master Agreements, Teaming Agreements and review of customer/vendor proposed terms and conditions
• Commercial and Public (Federal, State and Local Municipalities) Contracting
• Support Product Management/Marketing to ensure company products and services are offered with appropriate, competitive terms and conditions
• Help oversee Accounts Receivable for transaction compliance (milestones, deliverables and invoicing per the terms and conditions with customers)
• Research vendor’s/supplier’s capabilities, identify a pool of candidate vendors/suppliers for project consideration
• Organize all contracts, agreements and terms & conditions to establish an organized online filing system noting that there is not administrative support for this position
• Develop a standard risk profile and lists of contracting guidelines for the company
• Develop training protocols for sales, accounting and project management personnel on contracting
• Ensure that signed contracts are communicated to all relevant parties to provide contract visibility and awareness, interpretation to support implementation.
• Assist in the negotiation of contracts with an optimum mix of price and quality
• Establish and maintain long-term working relationships or partnerships between the company and selected customers and vendors
• Set targets as to the result to be achieved in price negotiations
• Conduct the financial and contract negotiations at the appropriate management level
• Identify and analyze economic developments in the market
• Manage the competitive bidding and selection process
• Negotiate contract terms, pricing and payment schedule, ensuring that the agreements with the vendors / suppliers are commercially advantageous
• Intervenes, analyzes, manages and resolves business conflicts between the company and the vendors / suppliers

Skills

Contract negotiation

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business, economics, finance or law

JD degree in law

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

The Contracts Manager provides a high level of support to the current Vice President of Contracts. This role is responsible for drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and administering complex agreements with customers, vendors, consultants, and strategic partners while ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and company standards. The Contracts Manager will collaborate closely with business, project management, finance, sales, and executive leadership teams to mitigate risk, optimize commercial outcomes, and support the successful execution of projects across the energy and manufacturing sectors. The ideal candidate brings strong contract negotiation expertise, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while building productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Location:

Camden, NJ (On-site)

Primary Responsibilities

• Drafting, Evaluation, Negotiation and Execution of the following:
• Non-Disclosure Agreements, Sales/ Agreements with strategic customers, Sub-contracts to vendors, Consulting Agreements, Licensing Agreements, Master Agreements, Teaming Agreements and review of customer/vendor proposed terms and conditions
• Commercial and Public (Federal, State and Local Municipalities) Contracting
• Support Product Management/Marketing to ensure company products and services are offered with appropriate, competitive terms and conditions
• Help oversee Accounts Recieveble for transaction compliance (milestones, deliverables and invoicing per the terms and conditions with customers)
• Research vendor’s/supplier’s capabilities, identify a pool of candidate vendors/suppliers for project consideration
• Organize all contracts, agreements and terms & conditions to establish an organized online filing system noting that there is not administrative support for this position
• Develop a standard risk profile and lists of contracting guidelines for the company
• Develop training protocols for sales, accounting and project management personnel on contracting
• Ensure that signed contracts are communicated to all relevant parties to provide contract visibility and awareness, interpretation to support implementation.
• Assist in the negotiation of contracts with an optimum mix of price and quality
• Establish and maintain long-term working relationships or partnerships between the company and selected customers and vendors. Assess the quotations submitted and selecting the bidders with which the commercial/financial negotiations may be conducted
• Set targets as to the result to be achieved in price negotiations
• Conduct the financial and contract negotiations at the appropriate management level
• Identify and analyze economic developments in the market
• Manage the competitive bidding and selection process
• Negotiate contract terms, pricing and payment schedule, ensuring that the agreements with the vendors / suppliers are commercially advantageous
• Intervenes, analyzes, manages and resolves business conflicts between the company and the vendors / suppliers

Requirements

• A bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field such as business, economics, finance or law.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in handling contract negotiations or JD degree in law.
• Manufacturing/Energy Industry Experience preferred, but not required.
• Excellent English and local language skills; both oral and written.
• Excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills that provide ability to interact with the most senior levels of the organization
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills and willingness to spend most of the working day editing documents in Word or developing Powerpoint training presentations
• Proven ability to work efficiently, effectively and proactively in a fast paced deadline orientated environment
• Desire to enter into a fast-paced place of work that will

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Compensation

We believe great work deserves great rewards. Our benefits go beyond the basics, reflecting our commitment to supporting your whole self... your health, your future, and your career growth. This includes:

• Annual compensation based on skills and experience ranging from $130,000 to $150,000

Benefits

• Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision coverage with a generous employer premium contribution and Day1 eligibility!
• FLEX Program - Hybrid work opportunities available for eligible roles, where business needs and role requirements allow
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 5% company match and immediate vesting to support long-term financial security
• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays to support rest, balance, and recharge
• Wellness program offering rewards for participation in company-supported health initiatives
• Commuter benefits supporting mass transit and commuter parking options
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance for added peace of mind
• Education assistance to support continued education and professional growth
• Employee support and voluntary benefits, including an Employee Assistance Program and optional coverage such as disability, legal, identity theft, and insurance programs
• Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on role, location, and employment status

If you're driven to solve meaningful challenges and make a lasting impact, we invite you to build your career at Holtec- a generation ahead by design™.