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Stadt/Region
Columbia (Maryland) (USA)
Einstiegslevel
Berufserfahrene
Employment Type
Ref. Nummer
7259
We are seeking a Contracts Manager to work at our North American headquarters in Columbia, Maryland. This position is responsible for providing contractual support of RSNA’s commercial and government contracts for the sale and distribution of Rohde & Schwarz’s products and solutions. This role reports to the Vice President of Legal & Contracts. This person will be actively advising senior leadership and will work with and provide guidance to personnel in all departments both in the U.S. and abroad. This is a hybrid position working from our Columbia office 3 days per week.

Your tasks

  • Draft, negotiate and interpret commercial and gov’t contracts between RSNA and its customers and resellers.
  • Write, analyze and respond to requests for proposal or quote. Advise internal stakeholders on contractual and operational risks and options for mitigation.
  • Negotiate customer orders under existing master agreements.
  • Ensure compliance with Global Directives, corporate policies, contract provisions and regulatory requirements.
  • Prepare business correspondence with customers and coordinate with functional departments to ensure contract performance.
  • Maintain accurate and complete contract files.
  • Collaborate with contract administrators to ensure accuracy and completeness of their work from a technical perspective.
  • Review contract templates, contract clauses, policies and procedures, to identify areas of improvement based on changes in laws, regulations or business practices.
  • Research a broad range of contractual and regulatory matters to support the company’s business initiatives, and provide accurate and timely advice to a diverse, cross-functional group of internal clients.
  • Provide subject matter expertise and lead customer negotiations.
  • Work with Trade Compliance department regarding end-user certificates and other export administration tasks.
  • Proficient use of software platforms (i.e., Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Deltek, SAP) as needed to perform tasks.

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Your qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field.
  • A minimum of 8 years’ progressive experience drafting and negotiating a wide variety of commercial, including customer product sales agreements and reseller agreements.
  • Ability to solve problems analytically that leads to creative and pragmatic solutions to business challenges.
  • Takes initiative to deal with situations and issues proactively and persistently, driving the negotiations through to contract execution.
  • Negotiator who seeks to resolve different perspectives or matters of dispute by discovering shared interests and finding mutually acceptable solutions.
  • Ability to work in a conscientious, consistent and thorough manner with attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Able to adapt in order to work effectively in ambiguous or changing situations, and with diverse individuals and groups.
  • Listens and communicates openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus.
  • High integrity with strong business acumen and good judgment.
  • Ability to work well in a team environment and independently.
  • U.S. person capable of receiving export-controlled data.
  • Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time.
  • Hybrid work from home / office environment.
  • Preferred Skills – Juris Doctor degree, NCMA Certification, Uniform Commercial Code, and U.S. export regulations.
  • To be considered, candidates must have US citizenship or permanent work authorization.

Interested?

We are looking forward to receiving your application!

This is a full-time position with a base salary range of $110K-$150K plus benefits. The range is determined by the position, geographic location and level. Individual pay within the range is determined by several factors including location, education or training, relevant work history, sales incentive structure and job-related skills.

We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class.
The Rohde & Schwarz technology group is among the trailblazers when it comes to paving the way for a safer and connected world with its leading solutions in test & measurement, technology systems, and networks & cybersecurity. Founded more than 85 years ago, the group is a reliable partner for industry and government customers around the world.

Our offer

  • Flexible working hour models

    Flexible working hour models

  • Training & continuing education

    Training & continuing education

  • Privately owned company

    Privately owned company

  • Promoting innovation

    Promoting innovation

  • Long-term & attractive work environment

    Long-term & attractive work environment

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