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Senior. Contracts Specialist - Indirect Sourcing

Cencora
$72,200 - 103,290
parental leave
United States, Massachusetts
May 21, 2025
Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today! Job Details The Sr. Contract Specialist role is responsible for reviewing agreements, handling the administration and customer contact activities associated with contract execution, and processing in accordance with company policies, legal and compliance requirements, and customer specifications. This role is responsible for the accuracy and consistency of contract content through coordination and validation with internal and external stakeholders. Additionally, this role is responsible for the tracking and reporting of contract status, and for maintaining and updating systems to ensure accuracy, integrity and timeliness of data at all times. This role will also train stakeholders on contractual requirements. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Reviews, prepares, and evaluates agreements prior to signature to ensure accuracy and interpret and influence performance requirements, delivery obligations, timelines, costs, and payment schedules with the goal of minimizing Lash Group's exposure to risk. Works closely with Legal, Finance and other subject matter experts to validate content and context of contract to resolve inconsistencies in a timely manner. Assesses and identifies the need for legal review and engages Corporate Counsel and/or Vice President of Shared Services, as needed; assists Corporate Counsel and/or Vice President of Shared Services, by setting and managing continuously changing priorities as well as customer expectations. Assists Senior Manager, Contracts with complex contracting issues. Develops and conducts training in contract acumen and policies for new hires and stakeholders. Support inquiries from business stakeholders regarding contracting and compliance policies, procedures, risks, and contract status. Responsible for contract software management reporting. Responsible the development and maintenance of contractual content library of commonly used contract language, special terms and conditions, and other client-specific requirements. Conducts daily maintenance and troubleshooting to maintain accuracy in tracking systems. Management of contractual documents across all business platforms. Leads weekly contracting status calls with business leaders. Manages the contract administration email box. Responsible for maintaining templating documents. Manages master contracting data repository for pending contracts. Performs related duties as assigned. Experience and Educational Requirements: Requires training and understanding in fields such as legal, business administration, grant/contract management or similar vocations generally obtained through completion of a four (4) year Bachelor's Degree Program or Paralegal Certification; requires five (5) to seven (7) direct experience in contracting and/or law firm experience; working knowledge of reading, writing and understanding the effect of contractual/legal terms and conditions. Experience in healthcare industry consulting environment also preferred. Minimum Skills, Knowledge and Ability Requirements: Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously Ability to analyze, identify, and draft contractual language when sections are missing Impeccable proofreading skills - attention to detail Strong problem-solving ability Advanced analytical skills relative to contract information and related matters Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing Ability to evaluate risk, urgency and prioritize tasks Strong presentation skills Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills Working knowledge of computers and software programs necessary to operate effectively with company systems and programs, especially MS Word, MS Excel and SharePoint. Experience with iCertis also preferred. Ability to offer and implement ideas to improve efficiency and effectiveness of team What Cencora offers We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members' ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more. For details, visit https://www.virtualfairhub.com/cencora Full time Salary Range* $72,200 - 103,290 *This Salary Range reflects a National Average for this job. The actual range may vary based on your locale. Ranges in Colorado/California/Washington/New York/Hawaii/Vermont/Minnesota/Massachusetts/Illinois State-specific locations may be up to 10% lower than the minimum salary range, and 12% higher than the maximum salary range. Equal Employment Opportunity Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law. The company's continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory. Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email hrsc@cencora.com. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned . Affiliated Companies:Affiliated Companies: AmerisourceBergen Services Corporation