Contract Manager

Alexander Dennis is a global leader in the design and manufacture of double-deck and lightweight buses. Building on 130 years of heritage were leading the transition to zero-emission mobility with 3000 zero-emission buses sold to date. Alexander Dennis is a subsidiary of NFI Group aleader in propulsion agnostic bus and coachmobility solutions. Operating in 10 countries were investing in our people and our communities with over 31000 buses and coaches in service around the world.

POSITION SUMMARY:The Contracts Manager works closely with the Group Contracts Team and reports to the VP Commercial (North America). This role is responsible for processing assigned bids and tenders as well as overseeing the delivery of customer contracts once orders are received. The Contracts Manager ensures the successful execution of all contractual commitments and serves as a key point of coordination throughout the contract lifecycle.

Be part of our Las Vegas team supporting Southern Nevadas transportation and manufacturing industry by producing double-deck buses for customers across North America. As the only facility of its kind in North America our site is a hub for cutting-edge transit solutions. Are you ready to embrace the challenge Come build the future of mobility with us.

WHY JOIN US:

• Beapart of a teamleading the worlds electrification of mass mobility
• Competitive Wagesand comprehensive benefit packagewithimmediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401K with generous company match/ orRegistered pension planwith generous company match
• Passionate about creating a better product a better workplace and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowersteam members.
• On-the-job trainingin acontinuous learning environment(we invested$15.9 million in 2024)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Ensure all teams involved in contract execution understand their deliverables have the capability to meet them and stay on schedule.
• Identify potential risks early and address them through negotiation facilitation or escalation to ensure full mitigation.
• Understand customer requirements and respond promptly to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction managing expectations effectively.
• Prepare detailed bus contract specifications to meet key contract milestones.
• Organize and lead preproduction meetings reviews and crossfunctional specification discussions.
• Distribute customer specifications and updates internally to ensure alignment across departments.
• Manage customerrequested changes ensuring accurate cost capture and approval before commitments are made.
• Support firstvehicle signoff processes and coordinate customer factory visits to ensure a positive experience.
• Oversee product quality and service delivery for up to 28 days after factory delivery
• Attend customer sites to support contract handovers.
• Resolve quality issues identified through ADL or customer Project Delivery Inspection processes until fully resolved.
• Assess new bid solicitations evaluate compatibility with ADL products review engineering responses develop pricing strategies prepare bid documents and participate in customer negotiations.
• Maintain a clear understanding of all contract commitments and key stages of the execution process to ensure seamless delivery.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Strong ERP/MRP system experience ideally at a Super User level.
• Post-secondary education in Business or a related field preferred.
• 5 years of experience in a commercial contract or project management related role.
• Experience within the manufacturing or engineering sector (bus automotive aerospace) is highly desirable.
• Background in Engineering or Sales or strong technical aptitude with the ability to understand product offerings and specifications.
• Demonstrated capabilitymanaging customer relationships and leadingcustomer-facingdiscussions.
• Ability to provide guidance and support to crossfunctional teams.
• Strong understanding of commercial terms pricing structures and the financial impact of contract decisions.

Physical & Workplace Requirements:

• Up to 10% travel required.
• Must be eligible to travel to Canada and the U.S.
• Flexibility to adjust work hours to support multiple time zones

Standard Hours: Monday-Friday 6:30 AM - 3:30 PM

OUR WHY:We exist to move people. Our mission is to design deliver and support market-leading bus and motorcoach solutions that are safe accessible efficient and valuessafety quality integrity accountability teamwork and sustainabilityareat the core of everything we do.NFI Group We Move People - YouTube

Leveraging 450 years of combined experience NFI offers a wide range of propulsion-agnostic bus and coach platforms including market leading electric models. Through its low- and zero-emission buses and coaches infrastructure and technology NFI meets todays urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected clean and sustainable and informationisavailable at and.

Alexander Dennisis committed to administering all employment matters in accordance with the value we place on fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values the contributions of all team ensure that all employment decisions are based upon merit andcomply withapplicable employment legislation and requirements. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process at the candidates request.

Required Experience:

Manager