Contract Manager

About The Role
As a Contract Manager for Scoular, you will lead the negotiation, development, and management of contracts with growers, suppliers, and logistics partners to support the full lifecycle of our commodity operations. You will be responsible to ensure that all agreements comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements, and align with Scoular's commodity trading and supply chain strategies. You will play a critical role in mitigating risks, safeguarding business interests, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence and business growth. The position is key to optimizing contract processes and enhancing organizational efficiency across our global operations.

• Negotiate and Develop Contracts: Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of commercial agreements with growers, suppliers, and logistics partners, securing favorable terms that support the company's commodity trading objectives.
• Contract Administration and Compliance: Oversee contract management processes, enforce best practices, and ensure compliance with agricultural industry regulations and internal standards.
• Collaboration and Advisory: Work closely with business leaders and cross-functional teams to provide strategic guidance on contract matters, risk mitigation, and operational improvements.
• Template and Systems Management: Develop, maintain, and administer contract templates and leverage legal technology tools to streamline the contract lifecycle and support commodity operations.
• Training and Continuous Improvement: Deliver staff training on contract management principles and contribute to ongoing enhancements in legal department processes, supporting company-wide excellence.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field; or certification in Paralegal Studies with relevant experience
• 7+ years of experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, preferably in commodity or supply chain settings
• Proficiency in MS 365, SharePoint, or other document management systems
• Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to contract terms and conditions

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in agriculture commodities, food production, supply chain or a related industry
• Background in intellectual property, cybersecurity, or data privacy negotiations, especially related to agri-tech and commodity training
• Experience with government contracting, regulatory compliance, or multi-site/global business operations

Our Company
Scoular has been leading the way in safe, reliable, and innovative supply chain solutions for over 130 years. Our business is feed and food, transportation and logistics, and our people are our passion. In everything we do, we put relationships first and always leave room for what's possible.We are a $7 billion company filled with problem solvers and compassionate leaders committed to revolutionizing the future of agriculture. With 1400 employees and over 100 offices and facilities across North America and Asia, you can count on Scoular people.

We are committed to building a culture of real inclusion for all employees. We support customers and communities around the globe and believe our workforce should reflect that diversity. Scoular Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) connect, support, and empower our people. Learn more about diversity and inclusion commitments here.

Our Benefits

• We offer competitive health plans that begin on the employee's first day -- there's no waiting period so you can be your best from the very beginning
• On top of your competitive base pay, you'll have an incentive opportunity, 401k safe harbor and additional company match
• Your hard work and dedication deserve a break. In addition to our 12 paid holidays, you'll receive vacation, sick and wellbeing time off
• We give you the opportunity to revolutionize your community. With 8 hours of paid volunteer time every year. We encourage team members to give back and make a social impact
• This position is eligible for annual incentive opportunities based on business and individual performance.