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This Position reports to:
Service Manager
Contract and Risk Manager (m/f/d)
The work model for the role is: hybrid (#LI-Hybrid)
Key responsibilities
In this role, you will serve as a Contract Manager, primarily supporting the Sales organization of the Marine and Ports division within the Process Automation business. This diverse role is characterized by versatility and exciting challenges. Your focus will be on the full spectrum of fundamental contract law and commercial matters.
You are comfortable working collaboratively in changing teams, and you are motivated by process improvements and workflow optimization. You approach tasks professionally and with clear goals. If you also possess strong negotiation skills and assertiveness, then join our Contract Management team — apply now!
You will be mainly accountable for:
Drafting, negotiating, and concluding individual and framework agreements (especially purchase and work contracts)
Reviewing, interpreting, and commenting on contracts as well as identifying risks in tenders and contractual agreements
Supporting and conducting contract award negotiations and risk reviews
Managing the internal contract database and coordinating division-specific signature regulations
Supporting quotation preparation and executing claim management (including preparation, enforcement, and defense)
Conducting internal training sessions on contract management
Collaborating closely with the Legal department in Germany
Qualifications for the role
Successfully completed studies in business administration, commercial law, or a comparable field — alternatively, completed commercial training with several years of relevant professional experience
Minimum of 5 years’ professional experience in contract law, including contract drafting and review
Solid knowledge of German civil law (BGB), particularly in the area of obligations
Negotiation-level language skills in German and English
High level of assertiveness, independence, and a hands-on mentality
Strong willingness to continuously learn and adapt to changing market conditions
Willingness to travel occasionally
Benefits
Retirement plan
Flexible work practices
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Share Acquisition Plan
Interested in joining our team? We are looking forward to receiving your complete application through our online tool. In the case of equal suitability, people with severe disabilities and their equals are given preference.
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