Major Contracts Manager

Sedron Technologies, LLC; United States; Remote; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

PTO

Paid holidays

Disability insurance

FSA/HSA options

Tuition reimbursement

Casual attire

Remote/hybrid flexibility

Job summary

Sedron Technologies, LLC is seeking a Major Contracts Manager to lead drafting, negotiation, and execution of strategic supply and equipment contracts across North America. You will set negotiating positions, assess risk, and coordinate with Legal and Finance on complex terms to protect the company’s interests.

The role requires 10+ years in complex contracts, strong leadership, and experience with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field or equivalent
• 10+ years negotiating and managing complex commercial contracts including 3+ years leading staff
• Proficiency with contract management and ERP/procurement systems and MS Office
• Strong negotiation, risk assessment and written communication skills
• CPCM/CCCM/CPSM or similar certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead drafting, negotiation, and execution of master supply agreements and long-term equipment and OEM supply agreements with strategic suppliers
• Lead or oversee negotiation of major capital project contracts with Contracts Manager
• Define Sedron's positions on pricing, warranties, liability, indemnities, liquidated damages, IP, and payment terms
• Assess commercial risk and recommend risk allocation, security instruments, and insurance requirements
• Coordinate with Legal on non-standard terms and with Finance on pricing, payment, credit, and accounting implications
• Establish contract governance including approvals, delegation, reviews, and escalation
• Serve as escalation point for disputes and lead resolution with counterparties
• Monitor obligations, milestones, renewals, price adjustments, and performance; report to supply chain leadership
• Direct Engineering & Service Contracts Manager and Contracts Manager on priorities and strategy
• Partner with category managers to convert sourcing into long-term agreements
• Maintain records of agreements and negotiation history for audit and compliance
• Directly supervise Engineering & Service Contracts Manager and Contracts Manager
• Responsible for hiring, training, coaching, and performance management of direct reports
• Provide work direction and review contract-related work
• May participate in compensation recommendations and disciplinary actions

Skills

Negotiation

Risk assessment

Written communication

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Complex negotiations

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree preferred

Contracts certifications preferred

Tools

ERP/procurement systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sedron Technologies is hiring a talented Major Contracts Manager!

Sedron is a leading provider of circular waste management technologies for agricultural manure and municipal biosolids processing, deploying facilities across several North American regions.Since its founding in 2014, Sedron has pioneered innovative solutions, including the patented Varcor® system, to transform waste into clean water, organic fertilizer, and carbon-negative commodities. With strong engineering expertise, Sedron’s processes reduce nutrient pollution, lower operational expenses, and promote sustainability at a fraction of traditional costs.

Because we design, build, commission, and operate our technologies, we are looking for individuals who can meet the following essential functions of the position:

• Lead drafting, negotiation, and execution of master supply agreements and long-term equipment and OEM supply agreements with strategic suppliers
• Lead or oversee negotiation of major capital project contracts in partnership with the Contracts Manager
• Define Sedron's negotiating positions on pricing mechanisms, warranties, liability, indemnities, limitations of liability, liquidated damages, intellectual property, and payment terms
• Assess commercial and contractual risk on high-value agreements and recommend risk allocation, security instruments, and insurance requirements
• Coordinate with Legal on non-standard terms and with Finance on pricing, payment, credit, and accounting implications of major agreements
• Establish contract governance for major agreements, including approval thresholds, delegation of authority, required reviews, and escalation paths
• Serve as the escalation point for disputes, claims, and significant changes on major agreements and lead resolution with counterparties
• Monitor obligations, milestones, renewals, price adjustments, and performance on major agreements and report status and risks to supply chain leadership
• Direct the Engineering & Service Contracts Manager and Contracts Manager on priorities, negotiation strategy, and contract quality
• Partner with category managers and the Equipment Strategy Manager to convert sourcing outcomes into executed long-term agreements
• Maintain complete records of major agreements and negotiation history to support audit, compliance, and incentive or domestic content documentation requirements
• Directly supervises the Engineering & Service Contracts Manager and the Contracts Manager
• Responsible for hiring, training, coaching, and performance management of direct reports
• Provides work direction, sets priorities, and reviews the quality of sourcing and purchasing work
• May participate in compensation recommendations and disciplinary actions

This position allows for growth and career progression to be determined by performance, certifications, and supervisor discretion.

BENEFITS

• Multiple medical, dental, and vision insurance options to keep you feeling your best
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays (plus 2 floating holidays to use your way)
• Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance
• FSA and HSA options with employer contributions
• Tuition reimbursement — we invest in your growth
• Casual work attire — no suits required (unless that’s your thing)
• Remote or hybrid flexibility, depending on the role

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• 10+ years of experience negotiating and managing complex commercial contracts, such as supply agreements, equipment contracts, or EPC/construction contracts, including 3+ years leading contracts or procurement staff
• Proficiency with contract management and ERP/procurement systems and Microsoft Office; working knowledge of commercial contract terms, UCC, and common industry contract forms
• Strong negotiation, risk assessment, and written communication skills; ability to work with Legal, Finance, and executive stakeholders
• Master's degree, MBA, or JD preferred
• CPCM, CCCM, CPSM, or similar contracts or procurement certification preferred
• Experience with long-term supply agreements in manufacturing, energy, or process industries preferred
• Advanced knowledge of commercial contract structures, risk allocation, and negotiation strategy
• Knowledge of supply agreement and construction contract terms and common industry forms
• Ability to identify and quantify contractual and commercial risk
• Ability to lead complex negotiations with senior supplier and contractor representatives
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop contracts professionals
• Strong written communication skills for drafting and reviewing contract language
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of commercial information
• Minimum requirement for all positions is a high school diploma or GED
• Must have effective verbal, reading, and written communication skills in the English language

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Compensation for this role is between $130,000 - $165,000 annually.
• This role may qualify for a discretionary bonus, recognizing outstanding contributions to team and company success
• This role requires approximately 15% travel to support Sedron facilities
• In compliance with state and local pay transparency laws, the expected compensation for this role is shared above. The range provided is Sedron’s estimate of the base compensation for this role and the final offer will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills, and geographic location. Compensation may be adjusted within this range to reflect regional cost-of-living differences in states where Sedron is hiring.

Must be a US Citizen or legal permanent resident for this position. We are unable to sponsor any employment visas.

We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. This is a non-safety sensitive role and all applicants will be subject to applicable pre-employment drug testing and a background check after receiving a conditional offer of employment.

Not sure you meet all the qualifications? We encourage you to still apply! We’ll review your application and may have training opportunities or other positions available.

Sedron Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Sedron Technologies does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status. Sedron Technologies is an EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Veteran/E-Verify/Drug-Free Employer.