Contracts Manager - Traditional Accounts

Job description

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies. Why join us? At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together. Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise. Bombardier’s Benefits Program With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following: Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more) Competitive base salary Retirement savings plan Employee Assistance Program Tele Health Program What are your contributions to the team? In your role, you will report to the Director of Contracts, Traditional Accounts, Business Aircraft, and lead all contract activities following execution of new aircraft purchase agreements through to contract closeout. More specifically, you will: Support aircraft delivery objectives by providing ongoing commercial and/or legal support to internal and external customers; Support and manage aircraft purchase payment inflow objectives by overseeing the contractual payment schedule, invoicing customers in accordance therewith and ensuring appropriate follow-through to successful and timely receipt of funds; Drive business results by anticipating risks and, in concert with internal stakeholders, initiate creative and effective mitigation plans to protect aircraft delivery schedules as well as payment inflows; Lead negotiations and draft an array of contractual documents including amendments, assignments, escrow agreements, letter agreements and service agreements; Engage with management to raise unresolved contractual risks in a timely way; Liaise with internal stakeholders, including Deal Management, Sales, Legal Services, Finance, Tax, Risk Management, Program Management and Customer Account Management to ensure rigorous contract compliance and adherence to corporate policies, all while delivering an exceptional customer experience; Serve as key resource to the business and internal stakeholders on complex matters and critical issues related to the interpretation, analysis and execution of and under the aircraft purchase agreement; Initiate correspondence to customers in accordance with the purchase agreement and ensure appropriate follow-up; Participate in customer meetings as well as departmental and program reviews, as required; and, Contribute to process improvement and governance activities related to the functions of the department. You may be required to occasionally travel and work extended hours during peak business periods. How to thrive in this role? You have a Bachelor’s degree in Law, or Commerce, Business Administration or equivalent. You have strong business acumen combined with at least five (5) years of contract drafting, negotiation and/or contract management experience. You have strong interpersonal and communication skills and can advocate with confidence and diplomacy. You have excellent analytical, organizational and time-management skills. You take initiative, make sound decisions and are detail oriented. You show strong leadership and have the ability to work autonomously with minimal direction. You thrive in a deadline-driven, results-oriented environment and have the flexibility to adapt to rapidly changing priorities. You have a high level of proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of application would be an asset. You are bilingual in French and English. Knowledge of a foreign language would be an asset. Now that you can see yourself in this role, apply and join the Bombardier Team! Please note: You don’t need all the skills, knowledge, and experience listed to apply for this position. We’re not looking for the perfect candidate, we’re looking for great talent and passionate individuals. Bombardier is an equal opportunity employer and encourages persons of any race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, immigration status, disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics to apply. Job Contracts Manager - Traditional Accounts Primary Location Administrative Centre (CA) Organization Aerospace Canada Shift Employee Status Regular Requisition 11656 Contracts Manager - Traditional Accounts