Procurement Contracts Manager

Summary:
The Procurement Contracts Manager will oversee the entire lifecycle of the contracts from drafting and negotiating to execution, monitoring, and amending, as needed. This person will lead a small team and provide daily and on-going contracting and procurement support within Pacira BioSciences, Inc., with a specific focus on the procure-to-pay (P2P) process and contract management. The Procurement Contracts Manager will work closely with Business stakeholders, Suppliers, Procurement team members, Legal, and Finance to manage the preparation, negotiation, and execution of contracts across the organization, while also guiding and mentoring the team members. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, research negotiation, and contract management skills, along with a sense of urgency and strong business acumen.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.

* Lead and mentor a team of two Procure to Pay/Contracting Specialists, providing guidance, support, and performance feedback; delegate tasks and responsibilities to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of contracts.
* Draft, review, and negotiate complex SOWs and contracts
* Collaborate with Legal, procurement members, suppliers and business stakeholders to ensure contract terms align with business objectives while complying with internal policies and applicable laws.
* Track the contract timelines, renewals, obligations, and deliverables to ensure compliance and take timely action, escalating issues as necessary.
* Manage the Contract Request process in Ariba P2P to ensure the team facilitates the timely completion of contracts and SOWs.
* Guide team members in their negotiation efforts; recommend strategies to reduce risk and enhance value.
* Oversee the maintenance and updating of supplier databases, contracts, and documentation by the team.
* Coordinate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to resolve complex contractual issues or disputes, providing guidance to the team on issue resolution.
* Communicate with internal and external stakeholders regarding contract status, issues and resolutions.
* Oversee the team's support of the P2P process, including requisition creation, purchase order tracking, and invoice reconciliation.
* Serve as a subject matter expert and superuser in Ariba, supporting end-users on day-to-day queries; oversee the onboarding and management of vendor relationships by the team, ensuring proper documentation and system setup; provide guidance on procurement best practices.
* Establish KPIs and tracking performance against KPIs and identifying opportunities to improve performance.
* Support audit and compliance efforts by ensuring accurate record-keeping and adherence to procurement guidelines within the team's responsibilities.
* Collaborate with finance, legal, and other relevant departments to streamline procurement and contracting processes, identifying opportunities for process improvement and cost savings.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position has supervisory responsibilities for a team of two Procure to Pay/Contracting Specialists.

Interaction:
The incumbent works closely with employees in finance and legal as well as the department to which they are assigned to provide support and updates on contract processing issues.

Education and Experience:
* Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, Legal studies, or Paralegal certification
* 2-4 years of experience in procurement, contract drafting, negotiations and management, or related functions
* Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring team members.
* Experience with Ariba or other procure-to-pay system is a plus

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
* Strong leadership, team management, and motivational skills.
* Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with exceptional attention to detail.
* Comprehensive understanding of business contracts, procurement processes, and risk management.
* Proactive approach to identifying needs, gaps, and accordingly making proposals for improvement.
* Excellent communication (written and verbal) and negotiation abilities, including the ability to influence stakeholders.
* Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
* Advanced experience in Ariba or other P2P/contract management systems.
* Ability to analyze data and generate insights for process improvement

Physical Demands:
Ability to safely navigate and work in office environment consistent with pharmaceutical industry. Moderate noise level, work in cubicles. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, move between spaces, reach with hands and arms, and stoop. Close vision and the need to focus on computer screen, use of hands, fingers, and wrist to type on keyboard and manipulate mouse.

Work Environment:
Typical office setting, staff in cubicles, noise level is moderate with consistent printer, telephone ringing and conversation. Employees are in a cubicle setting when in the office.

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account with Company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mental Health Resources
• Disability Coverage
• Life insurance
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Legal and Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Fertility and Maternity Assistance
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) and 11 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave

EEO Statement: Pacira is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants because of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), veteran status, disability or genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. At Pacira we are committed to intentionally cultivating a culture of inclusion where all feel welcomed and valued for their background, perspectives, and experiences. We hold one another accountable to promote trust and transparency in support of our communities and collective purpose.
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