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The general purpose of the Contract Manager role is to assess, analyze, draft, review, negotiate, and execute contracts for Development Sciences and Translational Medicine so that such divisions and their respective representatives may procure services and/ or collaborate with external parties efficiently and effectively and in compliance with all laws, regulations and policies that govern the conduct of client activities.
Job Responsibility:
Conduct compliant, thorough and appropriate assessment, analysis, drafting, review, and negotiation of contractual documents
Negotiate the best contract terms, taking into consideration risk exposure and risk tolerance of the requesting department and within Genentech guidelines
Possess a level of knowledge, judgment, and authority to make legal decisions during contract negotiation having minimal reliance on the Legal group
Advise and influence stakeholders and functional leadership on contractual and business terms, and process efficiencies
Partner with stakeholder groups to assess future needs
foresee and implement changes to internal processes (e.g. legal, templates, DOA/playbooks)
Work collaboratively, effectively and efficiently with all internal and external partners and stakeholders
Act as a resource within the group, may train other contract managers on group/departmental processes, negotiation strategies, templates and playbooks. May supervise
Exert influence within the department on the development of overall objectives and long-range goals. May lead process improvements or other special projects
Deliver effective presentations to stakeholder groups and functional leadership that build understanding of contract purpose and process in addition to providing information on areas of concern and/or needed attention
Maintain records of executed contracts and respond to audit requests
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
BS/BA in Business, Legal or related discipline, or equivalent education plus experience
JD preferred
10+ years of experience
Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills
Ability to manage ever-changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
High degree of customer focus and proven ability to build and maintain effective internal and external partnerships
Team player with demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships throughout all levels of the organization