Director of Contracts

Bakersfield, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 135000 - 155000

Experience Required: 5years

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Were seeking an accomplished Director of Contracts to lead a high-performing contracts department focused on operational excellence compliance and scalability.

This position oversees the full contract lifecyclefrom initiation through closeoutensuring accuracy efficiency and alignment with corporate objectives.

The Director will manage a team of contract professionals standardize workflows drive automation and partner across operations finance procurement sales and legal to enhance contract performance and risk management.

This is an on-site position based in Bakersfield CA.

Travel Required: Yes (1025%)

Key Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of contract development negotiation administration and compliance.
Draft review and negotiate agreements including renewals amendments statements of work and confidentiality agreements.
Implement standardized processes templates and metrics for contract accuracy and cycle-time reduction.
Measure team performance using data analytics and KPI dashboards to ensure quality and efficiency.
Drive technology adoption including contract-lifecycle-management (CLM) and automation tools.
Partner with internal business units to align contract terms with operational and financial objectives.
Provide guidance to senior leadership on contract risk forecasting and policy compliance.
Ensure adherence to legal corporate and regulatory requirements.
Mentor and develop contract managers and specialists promoting continuous improvement and accountability.
Lead departmental change-management initiatives for process and system enhancements.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Business Law or related field (required); advanced degree preferred.

10 years of progressive experience in contract management operations or business-process leadership.

5 years of management or supervisory experience leading contract or operational teams.

Proven success designing and implementing scalable contract processes.

Strong negotiation risk-assessment and compliance management skills.

Experience selecting or managing CLM / automation / document-workflow technologies.

Excellent cross-functional communication and leadership abilities.

Demonstrated project-management and data-driven decision-making skills.

Certifications in Contracts or Risk Management (or equivalent training) preferred.

Veterans with leadership logistics or procurement backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Base Salary: $135000 $155000 DOE
Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid holidays and generous PTO program
Tuition reimbursement for continued education
Company-sponsored training and professional-development opportunities
Pet-insurance and additional voluntary benefits
Stable family-owned organization with 90 years of success
Proudly recognized as a 2025 Military Friendly Employer (Gold Designation)

Ideal Candidate

You are a strategic thinker and hands-on leader who understands both the technical and relational sides of contract management.

You thrive on improving systems reducing risk and building high-performing teams that deliver measurable business value.

If youre a veteran or experienced professional ready to bring discipline precision and leadership to a nationally respected organization this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Required Skills:

Bachelors degree in Business Law or related field (required); advanced degree preferred. 10 years of progressive experience in contract management operations or business-process leadership. 5 years of management or supervisory experience leading contract or operational teams. Proven success designing and implementing scalable contract processes. Strong negotiation risk-assessment and compliance management skills. Experience selecting or managing CLM / automation / document-workflow technologies. Excellent cross-functional communication and leadership abilities. Demonstrated project-management and data-driven decision-making skills. Certifications in Contracts or Risk Management (or equivalent training) preferred. Veterans with leadership logistics or procurement backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply.

Required Education:

Bachelors degree in Business Law or related field (required); advanced degree preferred.

Were seeking an accomplished Director of Contracts to lead a high-performing contracts department focused on operational excellence compliance and scalability. This position oversees the full contract lifecyclefrom initiation through closeoutensuring accuracy efficiency and alignment with corporate ...

Were seeking an accomplished Director of Contracts to lead a high-performing contracts department focused on operational excellence compliance and scalability.

This position oversees the full contract lifecyclefrom initiation through closeoutensuring accuracy efficiency and alignment with corporate objectives.

This is an on-site position based in Bakersfield CA.

Travel Required: Yes (1025%)

Key Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of contract development negotiation administration and compliance.
Draft review and negotiate agreements including renewals amendments statements of work and confidentiality agreements.
Implement standardized processes templates and metrics for contract accuracy and cycle-time reduction.
Measure team performance using data analytics and KPI dashboards to ensure quality and efficiency.
Drive technology adoption including contract-lifecycle-management (CLM) and automation tools.
Partner with internal business units to align contract terms with operational and financial objectives.
Provide guidance to senior leadership on contract risk forecasting and policy compliance.
Ensure adherence to legal corporate and regulatory requirements.
Mentor and develop contract managers and specialists promoting continuous improvement and accountability.
Lead departmental change-management initiatives for process and system enhancements.