Contracts Manager

Work Schedule

Environmental Conditions

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team youll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the worlds toughest challenges like protecting the environment making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

DESCRIPTION:
Join our collaborative team at Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Senior Contracts Specialist I where youll contribute to negotiating and managing complex agreements that drive our mission of making the world healthier cleaner and safer. Youll work cross-functionally with Sales Legal Finance Operations and Quality teams to negotiate and execute contracts that meet company policies while achieving business growth. Your expertise in government and commercial contracting will help expand our business across multiple divisions while ensuring compliance and minimizing risk.

Youll review draft and negotiate various agreements ranging from federal contracts to master service agreements. Youll serve as a trusted advisor on contracting matters develop negotiation strategies assess risks and build strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and external partners. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by facilitating critical business partnerships while ensuring protection of company interests.

REQUIREMENTS:
Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience or Bachelors Degree plus 8 years of experience in contract negotiation preferably in pharmaceutical healthcare or government contracting
Preferred Fields of Study: Business Administration Law Life Sciences or related field
Professional certifications such as CPCM (Certified Professional Contracts Manager) or similar credentials beneficial
In-depth knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFAR) and government contracting processes
Experience with Federal Supply Schedules (FSS) GSA contracts and ECAT contracts
Strong understanding of contract law and risk management principles
Excellent negotiation facilitation and consensus-building skills
Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and contract management systems
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-value projects simultaneously
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Experience with RFP responses and competitive bid processes
Ability to work effectively in a matrix environment with multiple stakeholders
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills
Demonstrated ability to maintain principled positions while working under pressure
Fluency in English required; additional language skills beneficial
Experience in pharmaceutical/biotech industry or Contract Manufacturing Organization (CMO) preferred