Job Summary
Primary day to day focus for this job is the intake and management of contracting requests, the support of the implementation of critical software platforms that support Giant Eagle's contract lifecycle across all Giant Eagle's client groups industries (Admin/HR, Pharmacy, Supermarket, Merchandising, Facilities & Services, eCommerce, Logistics/Supply Chain, Indirect Sourcing, Information Technology, Marketing and Finance). The role of Contract Manager requires the individual to be well skilled in both administrative and project management functions, including and skills in commercial and contract analysis, providing advice and guidance on contract interpretation and drafting documents and legal summaries as well as understanding and communicating the key risks and obligations of contracting to business stakeholders.
Job Description
Key Competencies:
Experience Required: 4+ year experience in law firm and/or corporation.
Experience Required: Contract and commercial drafting and assessment experience required, including a level of client (internal or external) engagement.
Experience in ensuring consistent administration of contracting policies and the management of all proposals and contracts. This generally includes oversight of the contract lifecycle process, as well as development of specific standards for submission of review requests, contract negotiations and document management .
Experience working with the iManage contract repository, DocuSign e-signature platform and HighQ, the contract management software required to support the contracting function.
Education Required: Bachelors Degree in law;
Paralegal Certificate Preferred
Job Responsibilities
Draft and negotiate a wide range of contracts including services, consulting, marketing, licensing, non-disclosure and other commercial and technology related agreements.
Understand the Giant Eagle structure, its products, programs and services offerings in order to identify risks, develop solutions, mitigation and negotiation strategies.
Perform risk analysis review for all contractual documents and recommend mitigating options to business stakeholders.
Create and maintain relationships with vendors, customers and internal business units needed to fulfill the contract management function.
Perform general contract administration tasks, such as managing the contract intake mailbox, assigning reviews, preparing and sending notifications and status updates as well as providing commercial contract support to business function teams and performing operational research to support proposals and contract development.
Support of software vendor implementations and development of systems to track requests for reviews and maintain deadlines on review deliverables and communicate on an ongoing basis with business partners, vendors and internal clients about contractual issues.
Manage organizational contract development and management activities and enforce organizational principles of integrity and compliance.
Ensure that contracts and proposals are properly entered into organizational and management databases and securely maintained.
Prepare and provide various reports related to the contracting function, including the performance of the contracting tools and reports of contract types and status.
Monitor critical contract obligations to assess and consider for modification, close-out, extension, or renewals.
Draft business documents like notice letters, change control notices, addendums and amendments to existing agreements, as needed.
About Us
At Giant Eagle, we believe in nourishing life's moments, big and small, because they matter. We strive to lead the way in quality, service, and everyday value. Most importantly, the compassion, care, and respect our Team Members show to each other and in our communities is what truly sets us apart. Here, you'll find a place to win, grow, and be better together. If you want to make a real impact, belong to a supportive community, and build a meaningful career, we invite you to grow your future with us - because you matter.
The hiring range for this position is $63800.00- $74425.00 per hour/year. This range represents the anticipated base pay for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, education, and location. Eligible employees may be offered health, vision, and dental insurance, personal/sick paid time, 401(k) retirement savings plan, bonus potential, paid bereavement, vacation and paid holidays.
Founded in 1931, Giant Eagle, Inc. is one of the largest family-operated companies in the US and operates over 416 Giant Eagle, GetGo and Market District stores. As we continue to grow and expand, our commitment to our core values and the well-being of our Team Members, customers, and our communities is as strong as ever. Giant Eagle, Inc. strives to be a best place to work in the eyes of the nearly 36,000 individuals who work in our stores, pharmacies, warehouses and in our corporate offices. At Giant Eagle, you'll have the opportunity to develop a real career with countless opportunities for you to grow with us. The way we conduct business and treat one another – our Team Members, customers, community members and valued partners – defines what the Giant Eagle culture is all about.