Contract Manager

Contract Manager Location: Hopkins, MN (Hybrid) Schedule: Tuesday-Thursday Onsite | Monday & Friday Remote Duration: 2-Month Contract Pay: $41.87 - $65.78/hour

About the Opportunity Are you a skilled negotiator with a passion for building strong business partnerships and driving successful contract outcomes? We are seeking an experienced Contract Manager / Contract Negotiator to support the management and negotiation of vendor agreements for a leading organization in the healthcare industry.In this role, you'll collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to negotiate contract terms, manage amendments and renewals, and ensure agreements align with business objectives. This is an excellent opportunity for a contract professional who enjoys balancing relationship management, business strategy, and risk mitigation while working in a collaborative environment.

What You'll Do

• Lead negotiations with existing vendors to secure favorable pricing and contract terms.
• Manage contract renewals, amendments, and ongoing vendor agreements.
• Draft, review, edit, and maintain contract documentation throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Partner closely with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and translate requirements into effective contract language.
• Identify contractual risks, inconsistencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate multiple contract negotiations and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Communicate contract status, negotiation updates, and key terms to business partners and leadership.
• Exercise sound judgment when resolving contract-related issues and prioritizing competing demands.
• Utilize contract management, procurement, and electronic signature tools to streamline workflows.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal teams to ensure efficient contract execution.

Qualifications

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 3-5+ years of experience in contract administration, contract management, procurement, legal support, vendor management, or negotiations.
• Strong understanding of contract terminology, negotiation strategies, and contract lifecycle management.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and editing contractual agreements.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, Pre-Law, or a related field.
• Healthcare industry experience.
• Experience with procurement or contract workflow platforms such as Zip HQ or similar systems.
• Experience utilizing electronic signature platforms such as DocuSign.
• Experience managing vendor-facing negotiations and supplier relationships.

What Makes This Opportunity Attractive?

• Hybrid work schedule with a balance of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.
• Opportunity to directly influence business outcomes through contract strategy and negotiation.
• Exposure to high-visibility vendor relationships and cross-functional partnerships.
• Fast-paced, professional environment where your expertise is valued.
• Meaningful work supporting critical business operations and supplier partnerships.
• Opportunity to strengthen your contract negotiation and vendor management experience within a highly respected industry.

What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is a confident communicator and strategic thinker who enjoys negotiating complex agreements, solving business challenges, and building strong relationships. You are detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to balance competing priorities while maintaining a customer-focused mindset.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Hopkins, MN. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $41.87 - $65.78/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Hopkins, MN. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Hopkins,MN.

About Aston Carter

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® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

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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