Contract Manager

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Where Is The Work

Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.

• What you will do: Participate in the preparation of proposals and bid responses, including legal and business risk analysis and leading the formulation of bid and order closure strategy
• Review and negotiate nonstandard bid, contract and related documents to facilitate the closure of business and the administration of commercial contracts in accordance with Company policies and legal requirements
• Identify and manage legal and contractual risks associated with the Trane Commercial business offerings in North America including providing business leaders with assessments of legal, contractual and select business risk and recommendations, as warranted
• Develop and maintain strong business relationships with Trane North America commercial sales office staff, manufacturing locations, Financial Services and Risk Management
• Travel to Trane North America commercial sales offices to enhance business relationships, , and market and train on the Contract Management processes and policies
• Serve as a member of the Global Commercial Legal, Contract Management Center of Expertise team and develop and implement consistent COE standards, processes, metrics, solutions, templates and tools to improve and facilitate best-in-class business and contract processes in the Contract Management function
• Assist in the mentoring, training and development of the Contract Analysts
  
  

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree in business, legal studies, or related field
• 1 to 3 years of contract management experience, including direct negotiations with customers, plus 1 to 3 years of business experience
• Ability to quickly learn the business practices and concepts in the HVAC industry
• Understanding of the role that owners, engineers, prime contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers, surety and insurance all play in the construction industry
• Excellent judgment and initiative in selecting the most effective solutions and in creating and implementing standard tools to resolve recurring business and/or commercial issues
• Excellent verbal and written communication and negotiation skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to stand firm on issues with business clients when necessary
• Ability to quickly understand business objectives of an agreement, identify related issues, and facilitate a risk/benefit analysis
• Business-oriented approach to problem-solving, tempered by an appreciation for legal complexity and risk management
• Detail-oriented and resourceful with excellent follow-through skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and prioritize and manage workload, manage simultaneous tasks and meet deadlines within a changing, fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work well with colleagues and all levels of commercial and business functions at various locations
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a dynamic team environment with other disciplines
• Flexible and adaptable – unafraid of ambiguity or a challenge
• Strong personal computer and presentation skills
• Work performed onsite 4 days each week, Monday through Thursday, with Friday being a flexible work location day.
  
  

Annual Base Salary Range Or Hourly Base Pay Range

$97,406.66 - $135,834.99

Compensation Type

Salary

Incentive Eligible

No

Sales Commission Eligible

No

Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Safety Sensitive Role

No

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.