Senior Logistics Contracts Manager

Moog Inc.; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Matching 401k

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Flexible Paid Time Off

Job summary

Moog Inc. is seeking a Senior Logistics Contracts Manager in Buffalo, NY to lead negotiations and manage contract requirements for the enterprise Logistics category across multiple locations.

You will report to the Director of Indirect Procurement and may work onsite or in a hybrid arrangement in East Aurora/Buffalo, NY. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, 7+ years of contracts experience (3+ in leadership), and experience with global logistics contracts, UCC, export

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related technical discipline. JD preferred.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant contracts experience in procurement, supply chain, or contracts management, with at least three (3) years of leadership experience.
• Experience managing global logistics contracts.
• Understanding of US and international transactional principles including UCC, export licensing, imports, Incoterms, VAT, and duties.
• Experience consulting with legal counsel on contractual terms and conditions.
• Demonstrated ability to craft creative solutions to unique business problems in a collaborative environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey information and collaborate with key stakeholders.
• Proven capability to work within a multicultural, geographically dispersed environment.
• Flexible working hours for meetings in different time zones.
• Occasional international or domestic travel.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement managers to develop and execute procurement strategies.
• Prepare and negotiate vendor contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Provide contracts guidance and support to procurement and logistics managers.
• Maintain accurate records of all contracts, amendments, and communications.
• Develop and maintain contract templates including Long-Term Supplier Agreements and Standard Terms and Conditions of Purchase.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with vendor contracts.
• Identify opportunities to optimize the contract management lifecycle and implement changes for efficiency.
• Upskill procurement and logistics personnel on contract requirements and US Government terms.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in Business / Supply

7+ years contracts experience

Leadership experience

Global logistics contracts

UCC / export licensing / Incoterms

Contract drafting & negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Multicultural environment

Travel readiness

Security clearance (DoD)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance or related field

JD preferred

Job description

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title

Senior Logistics Contracts Manager

Reporting To

Director, Indirect Procurement

Work Schedule

Hybrid - Buffalo, NY

Moog's Indirect Procurement organization is seeking an Indirect Senior Logistics Contracts Manager. Your role is critical in leading the negotiations and managing contract requirements for the enterprise Logistics category supporting business operations across multiple operating groups and global locations. You will report to the Indirect Procurement Director. You will have an onsite or hybrid work schedule in East Aurora, New York.

To be considered for the Senior Logistics Contracts Manager role, here’s what you’ll need to bring with you…

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related technical discipline. JD preferred.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant contracts experience in procurement, supply chain, or contracts management, preferably within a large, complex organization, with at least three (3) years of leadership experience.
• Experience managing global logistics contracts.
• Understanding of US and international transactional principles including, but not limited to, the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), export licensing, imports, Incoterms, VAT, and duties.
• Experience consulting with legal counsel on contractual terms and conditions.
• Demonstrated ability to craft creative solutions to unique business problems in a collaborative environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey information and collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven capability in working collaboratively within a multicultural, geographically dispersed environment.
• Flexible working hours when required to support meetings in different time zones.
• Occasional international or domestic travel.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance.

As a Senior Logistics Contracts Manager you will…

• Support procurement managers to develop and execute procurement strategies.
• Prepare and negotiate vendor contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations. Includes drafting contractual language, reviewing and responding to proposed vendor contractual deviations.
• Provide contracts guidance and support to procurement and logistics managers.
• Maintain accurate records of all contracts, amendments, and associated supplier communications.
• Develop and maintain a variety of contract templates including standard Long Term Supplier Agreements, Standard Terms and Conditions of Purchase, and other contract vehicles.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with vendor contracts.
• Identify opportunities to optimize the contract management lifecycle process and implement procedure changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Includes contract change and risk management, including requirements to maintain documentation related to supplier claims, disputes, and litigation, contract provision evaluation, contract drafting and contract negotiations.
• Upskill procurement and logistics personnel by providing training on contract requirements, commercial and US Government terms and conditions, Moog policy, contract lifecycle process, and procedure requirements.

How We Care For You

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance.
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (\"EAP\") and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs
• Culture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.

Salary Range Transparency

Buffalo, NY $125,000.00-$165,000.00 Annually

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits.

This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

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