Strategic Contracts Leader — Global & Federal Deals

Esri; Redlands (CA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 212,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) and profit-sharing

Vacation leave (80 hours/year minimum)

Job summary

Esri is seeking a Sr. Principal Contract Specialist in Redlands, CA to lead a contracts team and drive complex service agreements from RFP to closeout. This role advises leadership on structure, risk mitigation, and pricing, while guiding the next generation of contract professionals.

The position supports a relocation program and emphasizes collaboration with legal, finance, and delivery teams to deliver geospatial solutions worldwide.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressively complex contract administration experience.
• Proven success negotiating and structuring a variety of agreement types.
• Strong expertise in contract law, risk management, and procurement practices.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including mentoring and team development.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor junior and mid-level contract professionals.
• Lead the full lifecycle of complex services contracts- from RFP through negotiation, execution, and closeout.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership on contract structure, risk mitigation, and pricing strategy.
• Navigate and resolve complex contractual issues across cross-functional teams.
• Drive process improvements and best practices in contract management.
• Support a diverse portfolio of agreements (commercial, public sector, federal, international).
• Apply knowledge of federal contracting frameworks (FAR/DFAR) where applicable.

Skills

Contract administration

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, Political Science, or related field

Master's degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, Political Science, Juris Doctorate, or related field

Job description

Esri is seeking a Sr. Principal Contract Specialist in Redlands, CA to lead a contracts team and drive complex service agreements from RFP to closeout. This role advises leadership on structure, risk mitigation, and pricing, while guiding the next generation of contract professionals.

The position supports a relocation program and emphasizes collaboration with legal, finance, and delivery teams to deliver geospatial solutions worldwide.