Sr Contract Manager - Ops

About Lumen
Lumen is guided by our belief that humanity is at its best when technology advances the way we live and work. With 450,000 route fiber miles serving customers in more than 60 countries, we deliver the fastest, most secure global platform for applications and data to help businesses, government and communities deliver amazing experiences. Learn more about Lumen’s network, edge cloud, security and communication and collaboration solutions and our purpose to further human progress through technology at news.lumen.com, LinkedIn: /lumentechnologies, Twitter: @lumentechco, Facebook: /lumentechnologies, Instagram: @lumentechnologies and YouTube: /lumentechnologies.

The Role

The Senior Contract Manager role is to assist in the evaluation of requests from the Carrier Relation’s team for custom or non-standard contract terms and conditions and be able to negotiate and communicate with the Carrier Relation Managers, vendors, attorneys, and other business stakeholders on these custom or non-standard contracting opportunities. 

The position requires experience and knowledge of contract negotiations, contract language creation, project management, and the ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, a skilled negotiator, excellent communicator, a strong project leader, and has the desire to work in a fast-paced high-pressure environment in support of the procuring of telecom services. 

The Main Responsibilities

Assist in performing contract management duties for the Carrier Relation’s team for services that Lumen purchases from CLECs, ILECs, Cable Companies, Third Party Collocation, Dark Fiber, Right-of-Way, and voice service vendors. This would include, but not be limited to: (i) assisting with the negotiations of such agreements with vendors; (ii) developing creative solutions to contract issues; (iii) drafting terms and conditions; (iv) obtaining & tracking internal approvals and managing the project, including the execution of the agreements; (v) assisting in the drafting of executive summaries justifying the business case; (vi) storing and retrieving vendor agreements in a contract repository and distributing contracts to internal stakeholders; (vii) assisting in the interpretation and research of contract language and helping to resolve contract disputes; and (viii) other various duties as assigned, including administrative duties.

What We Look For in a Candidate

• 5-7 year experience w/(BA/BS) degree
• A minimum of three years of related experience in a contract management position with high degree of responsibility
• Contract drafting experience, negotiation skills, and knowledge of contract terms and/or paralegal certification
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to summarize key contract issues
• A team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Candidate must be comfortable working in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines
• Strong computer skills --- proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel), Microsoft Outlook, MS Teams, and various other multi-media equipment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Telecom experience a plus
• MBA or law degree a plus

What to Expect Next

Requisition #: 317086

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Disclaimer
The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.  Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.
 

Salary Range

Salary Min :

72540

Salary Max :

161520

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

This position is eligible for either short-term incentives or sales compensation. Director and VP positions also are eligible for long-term incentive. To learn more about our bonus structure, you can view additional information here. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have as you move through the selection process.

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Salary Range

Salary Min :

72540

Salary Max :

161520

This information reflects the base salary pay range for this job based on current national market data. Ranges may vary based on the job's location. We offer competitive pay that varies based on individual experience, qualifications and other relevant factors. We encourage you to apply to positions that you are interested in and for which you believe you are qualified. To learn more, you are welcome to discuss with us as you move through the selection process.