Contracts Manager I

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About the Role The Contracts Manager is vital to Elsevier’s contracting process and financial health. The Contracts Manager role supports the execution of Elsevier Health Sales Operations strategies while delivering operational excellence. The role involves contract negotiations, project management, and requires an acute ability to focus on details across multiple tasks. This is an opportunity where you can suggest and make improvements that impact the way Elsevier negotiates and builds relationships both internally and externally. Responsibilities • Leads complex contract drafting, negotiations and discussions, contract management activities, etc., • Ensures contract terms comply with company policies, legal requirements, sales requirements, and customer specifications • Proven ability to exercise independent judgment in taking calculated risks when making decisions, along with strong analytical skills • Translates organizational and client business needs into contracts structure • Works closely with internal business owners, legal, and sales teams, to draft, review, edit, and analyze terms and conditions for use within contract templates and negotiation toolkits • Serves as point of escalation across internal stakeholders for contract issues and questions • Identifies, manages, coordinates, and collaborates internally on department projects to continuously improve the efficiency of contracting and order entry processes, including automation initiatives • Supports the selection and on-boarding of new staff through candidate reviews and the interview process • Assists with proposal development and responses • Other duties as assigned Requirements • Experience in legal contract review and customer negotiations • Completed bachelors degree relevant to contract law, finance and/or business administration (Juris Doctor preferred but not required) with a minimum of 6-years Contracting experience • Effective interpersonal skills and a strong team player • Strong work ethic and commitment to overall success of Elsevier • Possess strong computer, analytical and organizational skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office suite • Knowledge of the Healthcare industry is preferred, but not required • Experience with CRM and financial systems, Siebel, and Salesforce is preferred We know your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits. Click here to access benefits specific to your location. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form or please contact 1-855-833-5120. Criminals may pose as recruiters asking for money or personal information. We never request money or banking details from job applicants. Learn more about spotting and avoiding scams here . Please read our Candidate Privacy Policy . We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. USA Job Seekers: EEO Know Your Rights .