Contract Manager

Motorola Solutions


Date: 1 week ago
City: Riyadh
Contract type: Full time
Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

Software Deployment - SI International

Job Description

Contract Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring that all agreements related to the software project are properly defined, executed, and adhered to.

The Contract Manager is responsible for:

  • Drafting: Creating clear, concise, and legally sound contracts that accurately reflect the scope of the software deployment, deliverables, timelines, payment terms, intellectual property rights, warranties, and service level agreements (SLAs).
  • Negotiation: Acting as a key facilitator in discussions with vendors, clients, and other stakeholders to achieve mutually beneficial terms. This involves balancing organizational needs with the other party's expectations, addressing concerns, and finding compromises.
  • Execution: Ensuring that all necessary signatures are obtained, and the contract is properly finalized and legally binding, in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
  • Risk Management and Compliance Oversight: Software deployment projects can involve significant risks.

The Contract Manager is vital in:

  • Identifying Risks: Proactively reviewing contract terms and conditions to pinpoint potential risks, liabilities, and ambiguities that could lead to disputes, delays, or cost overruns. This includes technical, legal, financial, and operational risks.
  • Mitigation Strategies: Developing and implementing clauses and strategies within the contract to minimize adverse impacts. This could involve penalty clauses for missed deadlines, intellectual property protection, or dispute resolution mechanisms.
  • Compliance: Ensuring that all contracts adhere to internal company policies, industry regulations (e.g., data privacy laws like GDPR), and legal requirements. They continuously monitor adherence to these terms throughout the deployment lifecycle.
  • Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) and Administration: This involves managing the contract from its inception to its closure or renewal. Key aspects include:
  • Centralized Repository: Maintaining a detailed, organized, and easily accessible record of all contract documentation, including amendments, correspondence, and approvals.
  • Tracking and Monitoring: Continuously tracking contract performance against defined milestones, deliverables, and obligations. This ensures that all parties fulfill their commitments and that the software deployment stays on track.
  • Amendments and Renewals: Managing any necessary modifications or amendments to the contract during the deployment, and overseeing the process for renewals or terminations as the project evolves or concludes.
  • Stakeholder Communication and Issue Resolution: The Contract Manager acts as a central point of contact for contractual matters.
  • Communication: Effectively communicating contract terms, obligations, and changes to all internal and external stakeholders (e.g., project managers, legal teams, finance, technical teams, vendors, clients).
  • Issue Resolution: Promptly addressing and resolving any disagreements, disputes, or breaches of contract that may arise during the software deployment. This often involves mediating discussions and seeking legal counsel when necessary to protect the organization's interests.
  • Financial Acumen and Value Optimization: While not solely a finance role, the Contract Manager contributes significantly to the financial health of the project:
  • Cost Management: Understanding the financial implications of contract terms, including pricing structures, payment schedules, and potential penalties or incentives.
  • Value Realization: Ensuring that the terms of the contract contribute to maximizing the value derived from the software deployment for the organization, potentially through optimized licensing, support agreements, and future upgrade paths.
  • Reporting and Analysis: Providing reports on contract performance, compliance, and financial metrics to senior management to aid in decision-making and identify opportunities for improvement.

Basic Requirements

This role demands a strong understanding of legal principles, company policies, and business objectives to mitigate risks and maximize value.

To excel, a Contract Manager typically needs a bachelor's degree in fields like Business Administration or Law, alongside 2 to 5 years of relevant experience in contract administration or procurement. Advanced degrees or professional certifications (e.g., NCMA's CCCM/CPCM) can be beneficial.

Key skills for this role include:

  • Legal acumen and an understanding of contract law.
  • Exceptional attention to detail.
  • Strong negotiation and communication (written and verbal) abilities.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in project management, risk management, and financial analysis.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • The ability to build strong relationships and collaborate effectively.
  • Relevant business knowledge and IT proficiency, especially with contract management software.

Travel Requirements

Under 10%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

Yes

Company

Motorola Solutions Arabia, Inc., Saudi Branch

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

How to apply

To apply for this job you need to authorize on our website. If you don't have an account yet, please register.

Post a resume

Similar jobs

Project Manager – Treasury Systems for Banking Project

Expleo Group, Riyadh
15 hours ago
We are looking for an experienced IT Project Manager to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of key Treasury technology projects. This role is part of the Business Relationship Management (BRM) team within the IT group, serving as the bridge between business stakeholders, internal IT teams, and external vendors. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, a good...

Team Lead - Customer Care (Voice)

Tamara, Riyadh
20 hours ago
About UsTamara is the leading fintech platform in Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC region with a mission to help people make their dreams come true by building the most customer-centric financial super-app on earth. The company serves millions of users in the region and partners with leading global and regional brands such as SHEIN, Jarir, noon, IKEA and Amazon,...

Travel Executive

TAG, Riyadh
21 hours ago
Location: Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaTAG provides high-touch, personalised travel and event management services to the biggest names on the planet, as well as top C-suite executives and award-winning productions. Our mission is to alleviate the stress and complexity of travel, and we are committed to uncovering solutions to get our clients where they need to be, feeling ready to take on...