Contracts Manager

Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world. The Contracts Manager role is to support Program Management and Sales/Account Management in the delivery of Safran Aerosystems Evacuation Programs through the effective development, negotiation, management, and closure of major contracts and subcontracts. In addition, the Contracts Manager is responsible for defining, deploying and supporting Safran's corporate Export Control, Trade Compliance and Business Partner policies and for overseeing implementation of action plans to ensure compliance with Group, US and international regulations. Join our team and become part of the group that's making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, we'll proudly step back and say, "We did that". This role is a combination of strategic commercial management and operational contract management. Contract Management * Manage the development, negotiation, execution and operational management of all sales contracts. * Act as the primary point of contact for all contract and commercial compliance issues including engagement with the relevant legal teams in the United States and France. * Coordinate the resolution of contractual issues and disputes arising with the customers. * Ensure adherence to contractual obligations through effective commercial management, including payments, claims, warranties, cash flow, and flow down of contract amendments and variations. * Work closely with the program team to achieve the required performance in terms of schedule, deliverables, cost and quality. * Facilitate and maintain an effective working relationship with the customers, ensuring sufficient engagement and integration with the engineering, sales/accounts management, program management, and aftermarket teams. * Ensure the Customer's mandatory commercial requirements are effectively flowed down internally and externally. * Coordinate the necessary experts on sales, programs, warranty, off sets, technology, legal and finance to ensure the optimum balance within each contract. * Analyze the risks associated with each part of the contracts and proposals, offering alternatives where applicable. * Update proposals and contracts as negotiations progress. * Ensure compliance with all company processes, including contract and bid review. * Maintain detailed records of all contractual agreements, modifications, and amendments. * Report on contract statuses, upcoming expirations, and renewal opportunities to senior management.

Created: 2024-10-22