[ref. r9064922] Contracts Manager - Reed Elsevier Ph.

About the Role

This is an opportunity where you can suggest and make improvements that impact the way Elsevier negotiates and builds relationships both internally and externally.

• 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

• Experience in legal contract review and customer negotiations
• Degree relevant to contract law, finance and/or business administration (Juris Doctor preferred but not required) with a minimum of 6-years Contracting experience or other combination of education, training and 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