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DescriptionThe Senior Contracts Manager drafts, reviews, and negotiates routine and complex vendor and supplier contracts for the credit union. This role serves as a trusted advisor to business leaders, supporting strategic vendor relationships while managing risk. The position leads contracting efforts from RFP through execution, ensures compliance with standards and regulations, and supports continuous process improvement in a regulated environment. Here's what you can expect from the job and what you need to be successful: Job Duties:Lead and manage Request for Proposal (RFP) process including drafting RFP, reviewing vendor proposals and facilitating vendor selectionDraft and review contracts and agreements within specified timelines and in alignment with First Tech standards, leading contract negotiations as requiredDraft and negotiate contractual provisions, including risk allocation, indemnification, business terms and limitations of liability, collaborating with leadership or internal counsel as appropriateAssist in management of contract repository, ensuring consistency and best practices are followedEnsure contracting policies, processes and practices are current and in alignment with industry best practices and First Tech standardsManage contract renewals, amending and/or extending contracts as requiredPartnering with business units to ensure vendor compliance with existing contract terms and conditions, escalating to leadership as appropriateAct as a subject matter expert, providing contract guidance to other business unitsMentor Contract Managers and other team members on a day to day basisEssential Skills:Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree is preferredMinimum 5 years' experience in drafting and negotiating contracts and agreementsFamiliarity with the financial services industry, terminology, products and services is preferredSolid grasp of governance, privacy and security laws, risk management and compliance principles relevant to third party suppliersFamiliarity with financial industry laws and regulations is preferredStrong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to effectively resolve issuesProven sound judgment, work ethic, and professional integrity with exceptional attention to detailAbility to work autonomously, to manage time effectively and prioritize work appropriately to meet deadlinesExceptional business communication skills; able to write/speak clearly and professionally for a variety of audiencesAbility to successfully lead negotiationsAbility to foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including executive team relationshipsFamiliarity with contract management or ERP software is preferredStrong knowledge of Microsoft Office SuiteLocation: Hillsboro Corporate Office – Hillsboro OR 97124Target Compensation in Hillsboro, OR: $105,000 to $122,000 annually + annual bonusBenefits options include: Traditional medical, dental, and vision coverage401K matching up to 5% per pay periodPaid Time Off: You'll accrue up to 15 vacation days in your first year. In addition, you'll receive 40 hours of sick time and 3 personal days, which refresh annually11 paid federal holidaysSpecial employee pricing on lending products such as mortgage, auto, and personal loans (eligibility for special employee pricing is subject to standard account requirements and underwriting criteria)What makes First Tech different? Click here to learn more! First Tech is not currently offering Visa sponsorship or transfer for this position#FTMP #LI-MG1