Contract Administration Manager

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Contract Administration Manager to join our team in Brentwood, TN, or Little Rock, AR. In this role, you will oversee the development, negotiation, execution, and management of contracts, customer agreements, and credit applications across the organization. You will be responsible for reviewing and managing contracts related to equipment services, ensuring compliance with company policies, mitigating risks, and optimizing business terms. Additionally, you will lead the credit application process, evaluating customer applications and managing account setup. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with the ability to build relationships across departments, fostering collaboration to support business objectives.

ResponsibilitiesReview, analyze, and negotiate long-term service contracts, Purchase Orders (POs), Master Service Agreements (MSAs), and other agreements to ensure alignment with company policies and industry standards.Identify potential risks, propose revisions to mitigate liability, and secure favorable terms.Maintain a structured contract review process, ensuring adherence to legal and company policies.Collaborate with legal, finance, and operations teams to ensure contracts support business objectives.Oversee the credit application process, including evaluating customer applications, conducting financial risk assessments, and approving account setups.Develop and implement policies for credit approvals, limits, and risk mitigation strategies.Partner with the finance team to monitor accounts, resolve credit-related issues, and uphold financial integrity.Act as the primary liaison between legal, finance, sales, and operations teams to facilitate smooth contract execution and customer onboarding.Build and nurture strong customer relationships to foster trust and long-term partnerships.Provide guidance and training to internal teams on contract terms, credit policies, and best practices.Continuously refine processes to enhance contract review and credit application efficiency.Essential SkillsBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Law, Finance, or a related field.4+ years of experience in contract administration, contract management, or a related field.Strong understanding of legal terminology, compliance requirements, and risk assessment.Experience with contract management software and databases.Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously.Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in fostering strong relationships across departments.Ability to build and nurture strong customer relationships.Experience in training and guiding internal teams on contract-related topics.Work Environment

The role is based in either Brentwood, TN, or Little Rock, AR, offering a collaborative work environment where communication across legal, finance, sales, and operations is key. The position involves regular interaction with diverse teams and requires the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously, ensuring efficiency and adherence to policies.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $105000.00 - $145000.00/yr.

Competitive compensation package
Full Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
Paid Time Off
401(k) matching
Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization
Team-oriented culture

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Brentwood,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 30, 2025.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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