Contracts Manager

sunbeltrentals; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunbelt Rentals in Fort Mill, SC is seeking a Contracts Manager to draft, review, redline, and negotiate customer and vendor contracts, including IT, Marketing, Fleet, and RFPs. You will partner with sales, operations and other stakeholders to ensure terms meet company standards and minimize risk.

The role handles high-volume, fast-paced contracting, supports pre-award activities, identifies risk, prepares reports, and mentors staff on documentation standards.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of contract review experience
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, transactional environment
• Able to advise and interact with all levels of the organization
• Strong prioritization skills
• Excellent analytical and risk management skills
• Understanding of contract terms and risk mitigation
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and related tools
• College degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, redline, and negotiate customer and vendor contracts
• Contribute to development and improvement of contract review processes
• Advise on contract terms, risk exposure, and compliance with stakeholders
• Manage high volume of contracts in a fast-paced setting
• Support pre-award activities including RFP reviews
• Identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies
• Serve as primary contact for contract-related matters within business units
• Prepare contract-related reports and analyses
• Coordinate internal reviews and approvals

Skills

Risk management

Analytical thinking

Contract negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Contract Lifecycle Management

Job description

Join Our Team!

Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition.

We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees.

As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding career, we invite you to review our opportunities!

Job Description Summary

Position Objective:

The Contracts Manager is responsible for the pre‑award review, drafting, redlining, negotiation, and processing of customer and vendor contracts, including agreements related to IT, Marketing, Fleet, RFPs, and re‑rental arrangements. This role partners with business and technical stakeholders across the organization to support contract negotiation, documentation, and execution, ensuring agreements align with company standards and risk requirements.

Position Responsibilities:

• Independently draft, review, redline, and negotiate customer and vendor contracts to ensure terms align with company standards and minimize contractual risk.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of contract review and administration processes to drive consistency and efficiency.
• Partner with sales, operations, and internal stakeholders to advise on contract terms, risk exposure, and compliance requirements, providing practical solutions to support the business.
• Manage a high volume of customer and vendor contracts in a fast‑paced, transactional environment while meeting internal service expectations and deadlines.
• Support pre‑award contract activities, including review and negotiation of agreements related to RFPs and coordination of inputs from multiple departments.
• Identify contractual risks and proactively recommend strategies to mitigate exposure related to customer and vendor agreements.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned business units on contract‑related matters, ensuring timely communication and follow‑through.
• Research contract‑related issues and provide clear, well‑reasoned recommendations for resolution.
• Prepare contract‑related reports and analyses as required.
• Coordinate with internal departments to obtain required reviews, approvals, and supporting information to satisfy contractual requirements.
• Communicate customer and vendor contractual requirements clearly to internal stakeholders to ensure understanding and compliance.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to contract team members on documentation standards, workflows, and administrative best practices, as needed.
• Perform other contract‑related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Education & Experience:

• At least 4 years of contract review related experience
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, transactional organization that requires quick thinking and juggling multiple items at one time
• Able to advise and interact with all levels of Sunbelt's organization
• Advanced prioritization skills
• Applicants must exemplify excellent analytical and risk management skills and demonstrate critical thinking, and effective communication skills
• Complex understanding of contract terms and contract risk mitigation.
• Proficient in Microsoft products
• Knowledge of Contract Lifecycle Management systems preferred
• College degree preferred

Physical Demands:

Must be able to bend, squat, crouch and/or reach and lift up to 25 pounds or more, as required by the job. Some Sunbelt jobs may require driving for long periods of time, loading and unloading heavy equipment, performing work in extreme weather conditions including rain, wind or excessive temperatures and/or night and weekend work. All duties must be performed according to Sunbelt's safety policies and guidelines. Reasonable accommodations may be made to comply with ADA/ADAAA.

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day.

Sunbelt Rentals is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran and any other protected ground

Base Pay Range: $74,501.00 - 102,438.60

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. Please visit https://www.sunbeltrentals.com/careers/ for more information on our benefits and to join our Talent Network.

Sunbelt also provides a comprehensive benefit