Senior Contracts Manager

Overview

Manages drafting, negotiating, executing, and maintaining various contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• contract management
• risk assessment
• compliance review
• stakeholder coordination
• reporting
• system maintenance

Tasks

-As a single point of contact representing Energy Systems, work closely with Generac Legal, Sales, Management, and Compliance to develop and communicate, both verbally and in writing, positions, and risks in accordance with business unit objectives during pre- and post-award phases -Complete comprehensive reviews of customer contracts and terms and conditions to identify, mitigate, and eliminate unusual risks, liabilities, and remedies in accordance with Corporate polices and sound business judgment. -Participate in the business development and sales process by providing expert guidance and knowledge. -Assist in the creation, management, maintenance, and audit of comprehensive contracting policies, processes, and documentation to ensure compliance with company policy and needs. -Provide interpretation of contract terms and conditions to management and other functional disciplines within the business unit. Identify and manage contract changes. -Responsible for the management of complex contract/subcontracts from RFP through closing. -Resolve complex customer and contract problems and issues. -Train contracts, order administration, and sales personnel on Corporate Legal and Contracts policies, procedures, processes, and other contracts-related subjects. -Provide guidance on contract matters to business leaders or other operational staff, including training of employees in contracting policies and procedures. -Lead and drive administrative and operational sales functions. -Assist in the draft, review, negotiate, and execute a broad range of contracts and agreements, including: Nondisclosure Agreements, Sales Representative Agreements, Distributor Agreements, Consultant Agreements, Licensing Agreements, Master Supply Agreements, Domestic and International Sales Contracts, and Federal, State and Local Municipality Contracts. -Participate in the preparation of bids, proposals, and quotations. Ensure business unit compliance with Corporate Legal and Contracts policies and procedures, applicable laws and regulations, and customer/contractual requirements. -Act as a focal point for internal and external (customer) communications on contract matters. -Identify and assess risks associated with assigned contracting efforts and ensure proper awareness of such risks to relevant executive leadership. -Coordinate internal resources for the proper review, approval, and execution of contracts and ensure that all contracting projects are delivered on time. -Ensure the organization's internal contract documents are accurate and well maintained. -Provide regular reports regarding significant contracting matters and status. -Manage contract review sessions ensuring involvement of all relevant stakeholders. -Assist and support business leaders in negotiations of contracts. -Measure contracting metric performance using appropriate tools and techniques. -Implements and maintains a well-organized system for all customer agreements for the business group.

Requirements

• microsoft office
• bachelor’s degree
• 8 years
• contract management
• critical thinking
• customer service

What You Bring

-Working proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook -Ability to take initiative and work proactively. -Strong critical thinking skills -Excellent written and oral communication skills -Excellent customer service skills -Bachelor’s degree in business or a related discipline or equivalent experience -Effective presentation skills -5 years of experience in commercial contracting -Ability to perform and comprehend basic business and financial calculations. -Full cycle contract management from pre-RFP coordination to contract closeout. -Ability to multi-task and prioritize activities according to importance and urgency. -Ability to react well under pressure. -Demonstrated accuracy and thoroughness. -8 years of progressive contracts management and negotiation or legal work experience with contracts required

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About Generac

-It began by engineering affordable home standby generators and built its first engine tailored for generator use. -Its portfolio spans portable units, residential standby systems, large commercial/industrial generators, light towers, power washers, battery storage, and smart-home energy devices. -Typical projects include outfitting homes for outage resilience, powering construction sites with mobile generators, and deploying microgrid and natural gas generator solutions for commercial clients. -Innovations include the PWRcell home energy storage line, integration of EV charging and remote monitoring via Mobile Link and Concerto software platforms.

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