Job Description

The primary responsibility of the Sr. Contract Manager is to oversee the entire contract lifecycle management processes within Advanced Auto Parts. The Contract Manager is responsible for negotiating, drafting, and reviewing contracts to ensure compliance with legal requirements and organizational policies. This role will work closely with Sourcing, Legal, Risk Management, InfoSec, Business stakeholders, and Third Parties to ensure favorable contracts are executed and maintained.

Key Responsibilities

Manages entire contract lifecycle, ensuring timely compliance with contractual obligations, and managing any changes or amendmentsMaintains Contract Lifecyle Management tool (Ironclad)Maintains accurate database of records and documentation related to contracts, including contract versions, amendments, correspondence and other relevant dataCollaborates with internal stakeholders and external parties to negotiate contract terms and conditions that meet the organization’s objectives while mitigating riskPrepares and drafts contracts, including all relevant terms and conditions, statements of work, amendments, etc. to ensure clarity, accuracy and consistencyConducts thorough review of contract documents to identify risks and inconsistencies, recommending changes and improvementsGenerates reports on contract management activities, highlighting key risks and areas of improvement to support decision-makingKnows contract compliance best practicesPartners with Sourcing and Legal to make the contract management process more effective and efficientMitigates common contract management risks, such as financial, legal, and security risksDevelops strong working relationships with colleagues across departments and seniority levelsAdheres to all federal, state, and local business laws and regulations and company policiesOther tasks as necessary

Key Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field is requiredJuris Doctor degree or an international equivalent is preferredAt least 7 years of experience as a contract manager, paralegal, or similar role at a law firm or in-house legal department is requiredCommunicates effectively and has strong written and verbal communication skillsCollaborates with internal and external stakeholders and has strong interpersonal skillsExcels at multi-tasking and has excellent project management, time management, and organization skillsLearns new skills and software quicklyAdvanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills is highly desiredPrior retail experience is strongly preferred

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