Sr Manager, Contract Management

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Business Operations

Job Profile

Sr Manager, Contract Management

Management Level

Sr Manager - People Leader

Flexible Work Option

Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

Travel %

Yes, 5% of the time

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary of $117,300.00 - $195,500.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Job Description

Senior Manager, Technology Vendor Management

The Senior Manager, Contracts is responsible for leading a team of contract analysts. The team manages a high volume of hardware and software purchases for Cox Automotive a $9B provider of software to the Automotive industry. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to negotiate favorable terms and conditions with key technology vendors, drive cost savings, and ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

About the Opportunity

Cox Automotive is transforming the way the world buys, sells, owns, and uses cars using our vast array of automotive solutions (Autotrader, KBB, Manheim, Dealer.com, VinSolutions, vAuto, xTime, DealerTrack, and more). Our success is unleashing our business, and we are expanding our technology vendor management capability to successfully govern and manage our technology strategy and spend.

Who You Are

An experienced leader who can effectively lead and manage a high-volume back office hardware and software purchasing function. This includes direct team leadership and continued improvement in the team’s efficiency and effectiveness.  Demonstrated familiarity with internal back-office operations including with relevant finance, accounting, purchasing and budgeting, concepts.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee the full contract lifecycle for major technology vendor agreements
• Facilitate successful contract renewals, amendments, and terminations
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, legal, procurement, and finance teams
• Standardize contracting processes and templates
• Develop and implement effective and efficient policies, procedures, and training to ensure consistency and compliance in vendor management
• Stay up to date on industry trends, regulations, and best practices in enterprise technology procurement
• Mentor and develop a team of contract specialists and analysts

You have:

• 5+ years of experience successfully contributing in a software product development environment.
•  Interest and expertise in interpreting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of software licensing models, cloud computing, and managed services.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Proficient in data analysis, budgeting, and financial modeling.
• Ability to lead collaboratively across multiple teams and functions consistently driving results.
• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams
• Experience driving high-impact projects spanning multiple teams and numerous stakeholders

What’s In It For You  

Here’s a sneak peek of the benefits at your disposal as a Cox employee:​ 

• A competitive salary and top-notch bonus/incentive plans. ​ 
• Exceptional work-life balance, flexible time-off policies and accommodating work schedules. ​ 
• Comprehensive healthcare, with multiple options for individuals and families. ​ 
• Generous 401(k) retirement plans with up to 8% company match. ​ 
• Mental health support, including counseling and access to virtual wellness resources such as CALM. 
• Access to Care.com, with up to 10 days of subsidized care for children, seniors and pets. 

Check out all our benefits. ​ 

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Benefits

The Company