Sales Contracts Manager

American Red Cross; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Red Cross seeks a Sales Contract Manager to oversee contract creation and negotiation. This role demands strong attention to detail and excellent negotiation skills, collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and favorable terms. The position is fully remote, allowing flexibility in work location.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401K with up to 6% match

Paid Family Leave

19 days PTO starting

11 paid holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Understanding of financial implications in contract structuring.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and manage the negotiating process of contracts.
• Collaborate with sales, legal, finance, and business units.
• Assess risks and implement strategies to mitigate potential liabilities.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

CLM software

Job description

Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home.By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network?Join us-Where your Career is a Force for Good!

Job Description:

WHY CHOOSE US?
Joining The American Red Cross is like nothing else - it's as much something you feel as something you do. You become a vital part of the world's largest humanitarian network. Joining a team of welcoming individuals who are exceptional, yet unassuming. Diverse, yet uncompromising in unity. You grow your career within a movement that matters, where success is measured in people helped, communities made whole, and individuals equipped to never stop changing lives and situations for the better.

When you choose to be a force for good, you'll have mentors who empower your growth along a purposeful career path. You align your life's work with an ongoing mission that's bigger than all of us. As you care for others, you're cared for with competitive compensation and benefits. You join a community that respects who you are away from work as much as what you do while at work.


WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE JOB:
The Sales Contract Manager is responsible for the creation, managing the negotiation process, execution, and management of contracts to ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to manage multiple contracts efficiently. The Sales Contract Manager collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to mitigate risks and ensure favorable contract terms that align with business objectives.

The work location for this exciting opportunity is virtual. The selected candidate will work 100% remotely from home and can be located anywhere in the United States with a preference to work an East Coast or Central hours.

WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD (Key Responsibilities):
* Draft, review, and manage the negotiating process of contracts to ensure clarity, accuracy, and legal compliance.
* Proficiency in CLM software for contract management, workflow automation, and reporting
* Manage contract renewals, amendments, and terminations while monitoring key deadlines and obligations.
* Collaborate with sales, legal, finance, and business units to ensure contracts meet organizational needs.
* Assess risks associated with contracts and implement strategies to mitigate potential liabilities.
* Maintain accurate records of contracts, terms, and modifications in contract management systems.
* Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors, clients, and partners to facilitate smooth contract execution.
* Ensure contract governance, adherence to policies, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
* Resolve contract-related disputes and issues with vendors, clients, or internal teams.
* Provide training and guidance to stakeholders on contract processes and best practices.
* Analyze and report contract data to support strategic decision-making.
* Serve as a subject matter expert and project leader for large projects.



Scope: Individual contributor that works under limited supervision. Apply subject matter knowledge. Capacity to understand specific needs or requirements to apply skills/knowledge.

Note: Qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. The American Red Cross does not sponsor employment visas.


WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (required/minimum qualifications):
Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
Experience: Minimum 7 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
Management Experience: N/A
Travel: May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout Red Cross locations.
Skills & Competencies:
* Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
* Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
* Ability to manage multiple contracts efficiently while maintaining compliance.
* Understanding of financial implications in contract structuring.
* Contract management and data analysis.

Nice to have: experience in sales contract management in a health care setting.

* Combination of candidate's education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description's minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted).


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PAY INFORMATION:
The annual salary range for this position is $105K - $125K. We do not offer an annual bonus for this role.

Note that American Red Cross salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. **We will review specific salary information at the time of phone screening based upon your location & experience.**

This job will be posted for a minimum of five business days and extended if the applicant pool needs to be expanded.



BENEFITS FOR YOU:
As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive package includes:
* Medical, Dental Vision plans
* Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
* PTO: Starting at 19 days a year; based on type of job and tenure
* Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays
* 401K with up to 6% match
* Paid Family Leave
* Employee Assistance
* Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
* Service Awards and recognition


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Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make your career a force for good!

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and any other applicable state and local laws.

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