Contracts Manager

Job Title:

Contracts Manager

Location:

Houston

Schedule:

Hybrid

Full-Time:
Yes

Reports to:

Director of Contracts & Compliance

Role Summary/

Purpose:

The Contracts Manager will lead the end-to-end contract life cycle, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements while maximizing value and mitigating risks. This role requires a proactive professional with experience in full-cycle contract management, including contract drafting, redlining, negotiation, execution and post-execution management.

Responsibilities:

* Draft, review, redline and negotiate a variety of contracts, including but not limited to NDAs, MSAs, purchase agreements, service agreements, purchase orders, LOIs, change orders and vendor contracts.

* Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as Legal, Sales, Procurement and Operations, to align contract terms with legal, regulatory and company requirements.

* Manage operational, financial and legal risk to the company through robust contract management.

* Manage the full contract life cycle from initiation through execution, renewal or termination.

* Ensure all executed contracts are accurately stored and indexed in the contract management system.

* Track key contract milestones, deliverables and obligations, including renewal dates and notice provisions.

* Support resolution of contract-related disputes in collaboration with the Legal team and external counsel when necessary.

* Serve as point of contact for contractual matters across multiple domestic and international business units.

* Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on contract management concepts, best practices and obligations.

Requirements &

Skills:

* Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, English, Law, Finance, or a related field.

* Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in contract management, preferably in a corporate or manufacturing environment.

* Proven track record of successfully managing agreements and other documents with multiple stakeholders.

* Strong understanding of contract law, terms and conditions.

* Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders in written and oral formats.

* High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

* Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with competing priorities.

* Oil and gas industry experience is a plus.

* Experience with government contracts preferred.

Dresser Utility Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.