Contract Manager

Tempus

Illinois, US
Base: $100,000-$115,000 (illinois); bonus/equity: ...
Not specified (potentially hybrid or remote based on industry trends).
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Strong contract principles and risk allocation knowledge
Excellent negotiation and communication skills
Tempus is seeking a detail-oriented Contract Manager to oversee the drafting and administration of contracts related to precision medicine and healthcare technology. The ideal candidate will have strong business acumen, excellent negotiation skills, and experience in contract management

Job Summary

  • The role involves overseeing the full lifecycle of commercial agreements including service agreements, vendor contracts, and licensing deals to support Tempus' mission in precision medicine.
  • Candidates must collaborate closely with attorneys, procurement, sales, finance, and operations teams to ensure agreements align with business objectives and manage risk effectively.
  • Tempus offers a competitive salary range of $100,000-$115,000 for Illinois-based roles along with a full range of benefits including incentive compensation and restricted stock units.

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Tempus is seeking a detail-oriented Contract Manager to oversee the drafting and administration of contracts related to precision medicine and healthcare technology. The ideal candidate will have strong business acumen, excellent negotiation skills, and experience in contract management.

Salary

Base: $100,000-$115,000 (Illinois); Bonus/Equity: Incentive compensation and restricted stock units; Benefits: Medical and other benefits depending on position

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Strong contract principles and risk allocation knowledge
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills
  • Proficiency with contract management software
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environment

Nice-to-have

  • Continuous learning and detail-oriented mindset
  • Willingness to take on stretch projects
  • Great teammate supportive of collaborative colleagues
  • Impeccable judgment in business decisions
  • Curiosity about advancing healthcare industry

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in related field
  • 3+ years experience in contract management preferred
  • Experience with government contracts or regulated industries preferred
  • CCCM, CFCM, or CPCM certification preferred
  • Familiarity with GDPR, HIPAA, SOX compliance frameworks

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