Pitney Bowes · 2 months ago
Contracts Manager - Commercial
US CT Shelton
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $95K/yr
5+ years expPitney Bowes is seeking a full-time Contracts Manager to join their Legal Department supporting the SendTech business. This role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements while collaborating closely with internal stakeholders to align contract language with business objectives.
AnalyticsCRMDocument ManagementE-CommerceFinancial ServicesHardwareInformation TechnologyPredictive AnalyticsShippingSoftware
Responsibilities
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial and government agreements, including: Software, hardware, and service agreements
SaaS, subscription, license, purchase, rental, and lease contracts
Master, supply, partner, and reseller agreements
Business associate and data processing agreements
Ensure all contracts comply with company policies, applicable laws, and regulations
Collaborate closely with internal counsel to align contract language with legal strategy, risk tolerances, and regulatory requirements
Partner with business stakeholders in sales, product management, finance, operations, and leadership to incorporate commercial terms and ensure alignment with company objectives
Identify, assess, and communicate contract risks and opportunities, providing clear and actionable recommendations to management
Exercise independent judgment within established guidelines and escalate complex or high-risk matters to the SendTech Contracts Director or Legal Counsel as appropriate
Engage directly with external clients and partners to negotiate terms, resolve issues, and drive contract closure with professionalism and tact
Maintain organized and accurate contract files, correspondence, and database entries in internal systems
Support process improvements by maintaining templates, playbooks, and workflow documentation to enhance consistency and efficiency
Ensure appropriate handling of sensitive information and maintain the highest standards of confidentiality, data integrity, and ethical conduct
Apply an understanding of data privacy, security, and compliance principles (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) when negotiating SaaS and data processing agreements
Occasionally support after-hours or time-sensitive negotiations to meet client and business needs
Qualification
Required
5–7 years of experience in a contracts management or administration role within a corporate legal department or similar environment
Proven experience drafting and negotiating complex, client-facing commercial and software/SaaS agreements
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with a meticulous eye for detail
Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Skilled at articulating legal and commercial risks to senior stakeholders and recommending practical solutions
Confident yet diplomatic when negotiating terms and defending key positions under pressure
Education: Bachelor's degree required
Preferred
Familiarity with government contracting, including interpreting RFPs and the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
Experience with digital shipping or SaaS business models within technology or logistics industries
Exposure to contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems or e-signature tools (e.g., Salesforce, SharePoint, DocuSign)
Knowledge of data privacy and information security considerations in commercial contracts
Benefits
Provide the opportunity to grow and develop your career
Offer an inclusive environment that encourages diverse perspectives and ideas
Deliver challenging and unique opportunities to contribute to the success of a transforming organization
Offer comprehensive benefits globally
Company
Pitney Bowes
Pitney Bowes is a global technology company that powers physical and digital transactions that drive commerce.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$200M2025-08-05Post Ipo Debt· $200M
2013-10-04Debt Financing
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Marc Lautenbach
President & CEO
Steven Green
VP Finance & CAO
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