Contract Manager

About the Role:    

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Contract Manager to join our team. The Contract Manager will play a critical role in managing all aspects of contracts related to the implementation and maintenance of material handling and automated warehouse systems and equipment. This individual will be responsible for facilitating negotiation of, drafting, and reviewing contracts with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and mitigating risks associated with contractual agreements. All in all, you’ll be a valuable team member supporting our efforts to build lasting, healthy relationships and delivering on our promises. 

In this role, you will:    

• Contract Negotiation: Working with internal subject matter experts and our counsel, facilitate the negotiation of terms and conditions with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to secure favorable contractual agreements that align with company objectives and mitigate risks. 
• Contract Drafting and Review: Prepare, review, and analyze contract documents, including proposals, agreements, amendments, and addendums to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. 
• Contract Management: Oversee the entire contract lifecycle, from initiation to execution to closeout, ensuring that all parties fulfill their contractual obligations and that contracts are properly documented and maintained.  
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with contractual agreements, including potential liabilities, disputes, and non-compliance issues. 
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to foster collaboration, resolve issues, and ensure the successful execution of contracts. 
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies throughout the contract management process. 
• Communication: Effectively communicate contract terms, conditions, and requirements to internal & external stakeholders, including our counsel, Project Managers, Engineers, Sales, Supply Chain, and Executives. 

We’re Excited About You Because:    

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Contract Management, Law, Paralegal, or related field.  
• Proven experience (5+ years) working as a Contract Manager or in a similar role, preferably in the material handling industry or related field. 
• Strong understanding of contract law, legal terminology, and contract management best practices. 
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively. 

About Us:    

Conveyor may be in our name, but it’s only part of what we do. DCS was founded in 1982 and has grown to serve major clients in multiple industries by providing material handling, full-scale warehouse operations and conveyor design solutions that are custom crafted for their need. We don’t sell ready-made systems - we build relationships that empower us to craft custom solutions together. It’s the teamwork approach, sharing ideas and building upon them, that produces the best results.   

And DCS is committed to creating an extraordinary employment experience for our team. We work like crazy to hire and develop great people, build relationships, and ensure that the programs and services we offer our team are among the best in the business- from health and wellness benefits and casual work environment to flexible PTO and opportunities to give back within the community. 

More reasons to join our team:    

• We pride ourselves in our family-like culture and casual, but focused, work environment   
• We offer competitive salaries and health benefits   
• Our 401K program includes a 100% match up to 5%   
• Participation in our Discretionary Profit-Sharing Program   
• We offer our employees flexibility and autonomy   
• We do community outreach projects throughout the year   
• We take time to build relationships and engagement within our teams and company through multiple in person events throughout the year. 

Individuals seeking employment at Designed Conveyor Systems are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Accommodation is available to applicants with a disability condition, when applying, testing, or interviewing for a position. Please let us know if you need accommodation.