Procurement Contract Manager
Springfield, MAAll locationsSpringfield, MABoston, MA Hybrid
$88,300–$115,900 a yearJobFig found this opening at its original source and checks that it remains available.
About the role
MassMutual is looking for a dynamic and experienced Contract Manager to lead and manage complex commercial agreements with precision and confidence. In this multifaceted role, you will oversee multiple projects simultaneously, leveraging strong communication, organization, and analytical skills to ensure alignment with internal policies and business objectives. You will be responsible for negotiating and drafting contract terms tailored to each deal, while collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders—such as legal, IT, and enterprise risk—to deliver strategic and compliant outcomes. This role is central to driving operational excellence and mitigating contractual risks in a fast-paced environment.
What you'll bring
- Understanding the business drivers behind transactions assigned to you and developing an execution plan
- As the central point of contact for each contract, you will leverage your organizational skills and influence to ensure deals are negotiated and executed in accordance with business timelines
- Engaging with internal stakeholders including the line of business, legal, compliance and data security groups to assess risks specific to each transaction
- Drafting and redlining contracts to ensure that MassMutual is adequately protected from risks by relying upon your skills to assess the impact of deviations from standards and engage internal stakeholders when required
- Negotiating with suppliers to produce contracts that adhere to MassMutual contracting standards and meet business objectives.
- Planning and executing negotiation strategy in a timely manner while adjusting to changing circumstances
- Working closely with the larger Procurement team, and stakeholders as appropriate
- Identifying inefficiencies in existing procedures, uncovering bottlenecks, and proposing innovative solutions to streamline contracting processes
- HS diploma or equivalent
- 5+ years of professional corporate work experience.
- 3+ years of experience reviewing, negotiating, and analyzing business agreements, commercial documents, policies, procurement activities, or similar business transactions.
- Experience drafting and redlining contracts.