We are looking for a Contracts Manager to support a Contract assignment with a chemicals manufacturing organization in Des Plaines, Illinois. This role will focus on strengthening oversight of independent dealer agreements, evaluating contractual obligations, and helping the business address compliance concerns in a structured and proactive way. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong commercial contracting experience, and a forward-thinking approach to improving how contract information is organized and used.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review independent dealer agreements to interpret key terms, identify obligations, and highlight areas requiring stronger compliance follow-through.<br>• Assess dealer performance against contractual commitments and help determine when formal enforcement actions or notices are appropriate.<br>• Prepare clear written communications to notify dealers of non-compliance issues and outline required corrective actions.<br>• Compare contract provisions with applicable dealership or franchise-related laws across multiple states to support compliant enforcement strategies.<br>• Draft, revise, and redline contract language while assisting with negotiations tied to dealer relationships and related commercial agreements.<br>• Organize and centralize contract records within the company’s contract management platform to improve visibility and long-term oversight.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to create practical processes for tracking contract status, risk exposure, and enforcement activity.<br>• Contribute ideas for more innovative and efficient contract management practices, including better use of systems and performance-related data.
<p>Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Graphic Designer to support a wide range of print and digital design projects for its internal sales team and external distributor network. This individual will manage approximately 80 active projects at a time, including product labels, technical documentation, digital advertisements, social media graphics, flyers, catalogs, and tradeshow materials. The Graphic Designer will work closely with the Marketing Director and the company's photographer while collaborating with the marketing, technical, and compliance teams.</p><p> </p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate is a well-rounded designer with strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to effectively manage a high volume of projects. Experience with product labeling, technical documentation, print production, or manufacturing is highly preferred.</p><p> </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Day-to-Day Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Create and update print and digital marketing materials</li><li>Review, revise, and prepare product labels for print production</li><li>Adapt designs across digital and print formats</li><li>Create social media graphics, flyers, advertisements, and tradeshow materials</li><li>Develop and edit specification sheets, catalogs, and technical wall charts</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams and external distributors</li><li>Manage approximately 80 active projects and related communications</li><li>Work independently once familiar with products and processes</li></ul><p><br></p><p> </p>