<p>We are looking for an experienced Contract Manager to support our client with vendor contracting activities for a leading health insurance organization in Minnetonka, Minnesota. 3 days per week onsite. This is a Contract position focused on managing agreements with existing vendors, guiding renewals and amendments, and helping business teams secure sound commercial terms. The role works closely with legal, finance, technology, and operations partners to move contracts forward efficiently while protecting business interests.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead negotiations for renewals, amendments, and extensions with current vendors, driving timely execution of agreements.</p><p>• Prepare, revise, and negotiate contract language for routine products and services, including pricing, key legal terms, and service expectations.</p><p>• Work cross-functionally with legal, finance, technology, operations, and other stakeholders to align contract terms with business objectives.</p><p>• Apply approved templates, negotiation guidance, and contracting standards to promote consistency and reduce risk across agreements.</p><p>• Maintain accurate contract records and update the contract management system with current terms, dates, and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Review upcoming expirations and contract data to plan renewal strategies and support continuity of vendor services.</p><p>• Respond to internal questions regarding contract status, notices, amendments, and renewal procedures with clear and timely communication.</p><p>• Build productive relationships with business partners and adapt communication style to effectively engage stakeholders at different levels.</p>

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, Pre-Law, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.<br>• 3–5 years of relevant contract negotiation experience for senior-level consideration, or 5–8 years for lead/complex-level consideration.<br>• Demonstrated knowledge of contract structure, negotiation practices, and commercial terms.<br>• Experience drafting, reviewing, and editing contract documents with strong attention to detail.<br>• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while exercising sound judgment on deadlines and workload.<br>• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across business functions.<br>• Solid verbal and written communication skills for interacting with vendors and internal stakeholders.<br>• Experience supporting vendor agreements, pricing discussions, and service level expectations in a regulated or healthcare-related environment is preferred.

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