Senior Contracts Specialist, Abiomed

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Job Function:

Sales Enablement

Job Sub Function:

Contract Administration and Management

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

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Job Description:

We are searching for the best talent for Senior Contracts Specialist, Abiomed to join our Global Legal Organization located in Danvers, MA. Remote work options may be considered on a case-by-case basis and if approved by the Company.

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The Senior Contracts Specialist is responsible for supporting the negotiation of contracts and management of contracts for Abiomed’s operations. This position will report to the Manager - Contracts, Legal Operations. The ideal candidate has experience negotiating a variety of contracts. As a valued partner to the business, the Senior Contracts Specialist requires effective communication skills with both internal and external clientele.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of agreements such as: Supply Chain Agreements (Master Supply Agreements), and Capital Contracting (Service Agreements, Rental Agreements, and Evaluation Agreements), among others.
• Identify terms that vary from company standards to ensure consistency, accuracy and compliance, recommend appropriate modifications, and engage and collaborate with internal stakeholders.
• Assisting in developing and updating templates for such agreements to reflect the current laws, industry codes, and company policies and objectives.
• Support the long-term development of the legal function through process improvement and establishment of best practices for all aspects of legal functions.
• Work closely under supervision of Manager - Contracts & Legal Operations, and exercise independent judgement in escalating issues in accordance with procedures and policies.
• Coaching Contracts Specialist to develop skills and expertise.
  
  

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required.
• Juris Doctorate (JD) preferred.
• 1-3 years’ of experience in contract negotiation in-house or at a firm preferred.
• Familiarity with a Contract Lifecycle Management system preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Excellent computer skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills to independently manage multiple tasks and timelines simultaneously, with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• A candidate who demonstrates adaptability and collaboration with internal partners.
  
  

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

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The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$91,000-$147,200

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance. Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation –120 hours per calendar year Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child Condolence Leave – 30 days for an immediate family member: 5 days for an extended family member Caregiver Leave – 10 days Volunteer Leave – 4 days Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours Additional information can be found through the link below. The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.