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Contracts Manager II

S San Francisco, CA 94080

Posted: 04/11/2025 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Professional Services Job Number: 618620 Is job remote?: Hybrid Country: United States

Job Description


The general purpose of the Sr. Contract Manager, role is to assess, analyze, draft, review, negotiate and finalize highly complex contracts for Development Sciences so that such departments and their respective representatives may procure services and/ or collaborate with external parties efficiently and effectively and in compliance with all laws, regulations and policies that govern the conduct of Genentech activities. Work impacts the DevSci organization broadly, and is performed independently without appreciable guidance.

Responsibilities:
  • The responsibilities for Sr. Contract Manager include: Conduct compliant, thorough and appropriate assessment, analysis, drafting, review, and negotiation of highly complex contractual documents. Negotiate the best contract terms possible, taking into consideration risk exposure and risk tolerance of the requesting department and within company guidelines.
  • Possesses a level of authority to make legal decisions during contract negotiation beyond adherence to playbook language.
  • Has minimal reliance on legal group. Advise and influence stakeholders and DevSci leadership on contractual and business terms, and process efficiencies.
  • Partners with stakeholder groups to assess future needs; foresee and implement changes to internal processes (e.g. legal, templates, DOA/playbooks).
  • Proactively lead process improvements or other special projects that impact DevScis ability to achieve its scientific goals when collaborating externally; independently determining methods and procedures on new assignments.
  • Work collaboratively, effectively and efficiently with all internal and external partners and stakeholders.
  • Act as a resource within the group, train other Contract Professionals on group/departmental processes, negotiation strategies, templates and playbooks.
  • May also supervise.
  • Exerts influence within department on the development of overall objectives and long-range goals.
  • Deliver effective presentations to stakeholder groups and DevSci leadership that build understanding of contract purpose and process in addition to providing information on areas of concern and/or needed attention.
  • Maintain records of executed contracts and respond to audit requests.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
BS/BA in Business, Legal or related discipline, or equivalent education plus experience.
Greater than 10 years experience in contract management, and/or comparable role as appropriate for position.
Minimum 7 years with JD or PhD Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills.
Ability to manage ever-changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
High degree of customer focus and proven ability to build and maintain effective internal and external partnerships.
Team player with demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships throughout all levels of the organization. 









Max PR: $65-80/hr depending on experience 

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Planet Pharma is an equal opportunity employer. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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Although this hasn't been an issue at Planet Pharma, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma.