STERIS · 8 hours ago
Senior Contract Analyst
Mentor, OH
Full-time, Contract
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $120K/yr
6+ years expSTERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. The Senior Contract Analyst will provide contractual and business guidance, manage contract negotiations, and ensure compliance with internal policies while collaborating with various departments.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedical Device
Responsibilities
Manage the review process to ensure that the correct level of business input and approval is received in a timely manner
Provide advice and guidance for business rules and context, partnering with key business process owners (e.g., Finance, Risk, Legal) to ensure that STERIS can execute its objectives
Serve as reference for certain pre-approved contract terms and conditions
Function as an escalation point within the organization regarding risk management, including escalating issues to Corporate Counsel as needed to ensure appropriate legal risk mitigation on material issues
Review, draft, redline, and negotiate commercial agreements (RFIs/RFPs, MSAs, SOWs, Customer contracts, POs) to align with company standards and playbooks; coordinate with Corporate Counsel and other relevant departments on material non-standard terms (indemnities, liability caps, IP, warranties, data privacy, confidentiality, export controls)
Prepare, review, analyze, and negotiate complex commercial agreements (e.g., POs, SOWs, etc.) adhering to STERIS legal and business guidelines
Analyze contract terms and conditions to aid in making legal and business decisions in consideration of compliance with laws (including, but not limited to, US Federal Acquisition Regulations and comparable laws in Canada) and corporate risk factors
Lead or co-lead negotiation with Customers and internal stakeholders; secure required approvals and deliver accurate, final contract documents within internal and Customer timelines
Develop and drive adoption of standard operating procedures for proper storing of documentation and leverage metrics to assess business impact and results (i.e., measure cycle time, contract expiration dates, etc.)
Take a leadership role in providing guidance on all contract matters (RFIs/RFPs, MSAs, SOWs, Customer contracts, POs), to business units or other operational staff, including training for new business unit managers and other employees in contracting practices and procedures
Assess contractual, commercial, and operational risk; document risk positions and mitigation strategies; escalate material deviations to Corporate Counsel or management in accordance with governance thresholds
Ensure that signed contracts are distributed to all relevant parties to provide contract visibility and awareness, interpretation to support implementation
Take leadership role in the preparation, refinement, and adoption of templates, clause libraries, playbooks, SOPs, and training materials. Coach business teams on contracting procedures and best practices
Partner with the Legal Department to maintain contractual records and documentation in contracts database
Support compliance obligations and ensure contracting practices adhere to applicable company policies and regulatory requirements
Track and report operating metrics (e.g., cycle time, renewal/expiration pipeline, deviation rates, escalations); use data to drive continuous improvement in quality, speed, and compliance
Collaborate cross-functionally, including with the Sales, Service, Strategic Accounts, Operations, Finance, Insurance and IT Departments as well as Corporate Counsel to ensure contractual commitments are implementable, profitable, and aligned to business strategy
Negotiate within pre-approved legal/business parameters; recommend acceptable and non-acceptable terms consistent with playbooks; escalate beyond-threshold items promptly
Qualification
Required
Minimum 2 years of Contract work with demonstrated experience in corporate contract negotiations if holding a Juris Doctorate
Minimum 6 years of Contract work with demonstrated experience in corporate contract negotiations if holding a Bachelor's degree
Deep understanding of corporate liabilities
Excellent contract negotiation skills, with experience in corporate contract negotiations with external Customers or equivalent environment
Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent organization and time-management skills, accuracy and attention to detail are essential
Strong ability to multitask and set priorities to meet competing deadlines for many jobs in various phases of completion
Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team, in a fast-paced environment. Must be a self-starter able to work well under pressure with strict deadlines
Excellent computer experience (including database management). Ability to navigate both internal and external data sources to uncover insight and opportunities
Preferred
Experience with government contracting in US and Canada highly preferred but not required
Ability to provide advice and rational and make decisions
Ability to develop and present complex materials in a clear, concise and persuasive manner
Ability to plan, organize, direct and control projects while exercising high ethical standards and good judgment
Ability to define analysis needed and complete work when little direction is provided
Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, problem solving, written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to apply concepts to practical situations
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, within a team environment and handle multiple assignments
Working knowledge of PC applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
Benefits
Market Competitive Pay
Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added Holidays
Excellent Healthcare, Dental, and Vision benefits
Long/Short Term Disability Coverage
401(k) with a company match
Maternity & Parental Leave
Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement and continued education programs
Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career
Company
STERIS
STERIS is a leading provider of infection prevention and other procedural products and services, focused primarily on healthcare, pharmaceutical and medical device Customers.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$0.28M2010-05-21Post Ipo Debt· $0.28M
1998-12-01IPO
Leadership Team
Daniel Carestio
President and CEO, STERIS
Walter Rosebrough
CEO Emeritus & Senior Advisor
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