Offer summary

Qualifications:

Post-Secondary Degree with 5 to 7 years of experience in procurement/contract management, preferably in the software or high-tech sector., Comprehensive knowledge of contract law and excellent negotiation skills., Strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills, with attention to detail., Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and to work collaboratively with various stakeholders..

Key responsabilities:

Negotiate contract terms and conditions with customers and vendors, ensuring consensus is reached on nonstandard contracts.

Draft contractual clauses and serve as the point of contact for customers on contractual matters.

Maintain contractual records and documentation, and develop procedures for contract management and administration.

Provide guidance and mentorship to team members and support training for new managers in contracting practices.

Job description

See what you can do with Prophix®

Prophix is a fast-growing global leader in financial performance management. Ambitious finance teams use Prophix One™, our Financial Performance Platform, to improve the speed and accuracy of their decision-making with a harmonized user experience, stepping confidently into the next generation of finance.

Headquartered in Etobicoke, Ontario with offices in 16 cities, we work with a global network of partners across North America, South America, the UK, Europe, and Asia to serve thousands of finance leaders across nearly one hundred countries. Learn more about our offices here.

Prophix is currently recruiting a Senior Contracts Manager to add to our legal team. This role supports all contracting operations of the company, both vendor and customer-related. The Senior Contracts Manager is responsible for negotiating contract terms and conditions and collaborating with internal departments to ensure timely and effective solutions to legal issues. The ideal candidate will have experience with contractual issues in cloud services, on-premise software licensing, professional services agreements, and licensing technology to partners.

Contract Negotiation Including

Review and evaluation of all customer proposed terms and conditions
On nonstandard contracts, providing recommendations and negotiating directly with customer attorneys or procurement staff until consensus has been reached
Drafting contractual clauses to reflect such consensus
Serving as the point of contact for customers on contractual matters. Acting as contractual intermediary between customers and Prophix, ensuring timely review and approval/reconciliation of variation

Internal Legal Support, Including

Contributing to establishment and maintenance of company contract policies,
Developing and implementing procedures for contract management and administration.
Maintenance of contractual records and documentation such as workflow of all contract correspondence, customer/partner contact information, contractual changes, status reports and other documents for all contracts
Guidance on contract matters to project managers or other operational staff, including supporting the training of new managers and other employees in contracting practices and procedures
Working with Finance to coordinate contractual insurance requirements and adherence to broader finance requirements
Provide mentorship and guidance to other team members to help grow the skill set on the team.

To succeed in this role, you will need a combination of experience, technology skills, personal qualities, and education.

Required Qualifications

Post-Secondary Degree with 5 to 7 years’ experience in the procurement/contract field; preferably in the software or high-tech sector
Comprehensive knowledge of contract law
Must be legally entitled to work in the country where the role is located. Must be able to travel to the United States, Canada and/or internationally, and have a valid passport.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Conga CLM and AI-based Legal tools preferred.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, be very detail oriented, have strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent negotiation skills are critical for negotiating agreements with clients and partners.
Strong analytical skills.

Ability to meet critical deadlines and establish and maintain working relationships with Prophix personnel
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Why join?

A solid foundation - and a bright future

Prophix has been a pioneer in finance technology for 35 years and counting. And to further our mission and vision, we’re proud to work with our investors, Hg Capital, to grow our business and expand our market share.

Community, culture, and purpose

Phixers (the extraordinary team at Prophix) pursue excellence by creating wins for all, driving continuous innovation, and building purposeful solutions for our customers and partners.

We reward hard work, but we also know that life outside of work is vital. That’s why we provide highly competitive compensation, vacation, and benefits packages, and encourage you to get involved in our many charitable, sports, or knowledge clubs and seasonal celebrations.

Through our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program, we aim to create a lasting impact on the global community with meaningful programs and initiatives. Participate in fundraising activities and get paid to volunteer for causes that matter to you. Our CSR committee also collaborates with local and international charities to donate $50,000 to deserving projects each quarter we meet our profit goals.

Apply now!

Prophix promotes a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. If you feel like you are a great fit for this role, please apply. While we can’t guarantee an interview, we will consider the full breadth of your experience and background.

At Prophix, we are committed to creating a working environment that is barrier-free. Please advise our Recruitment team if you require reasonable accommodation during the interview and assessment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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