Commercial Contracts Manager

Our Opportunity:

Chewy is seeking a Commercial Contracts Manager to join their Legal, Risk and Corporate Responsibility Department in Plantation, Florida. This is an exciting opportunity that requires the successful candidate to work the full lifecycle of Chewy’s commercial transactions from initiation to completion. This position requires a client-service oriented individual with strong experience in vendor contracts and building partnerships. The ideal candidate will possess excellent contract processing, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills to effectively support our organization.

What you'll do:

• Provide day-to-day contracting advice to business team members. Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including but not limited to vendor agreements, service agreements, service orders, license agreements, amendments, and non-disclosure agreements.
• Work cross-functionally with the legal, procurement, and finance departments to ensure contracts are in compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Drive process improvements and initiatives to track and simplify commercial transactions from beginning to end.
• Manage the contract lifecycle process, including contract creation, execution, renewal, and termination.
• Conduct legal research and provide guidance on contract interpretation, risks, and compliance issues.
• Liaise with vendors and internal clients to ensure smooth contract negotiations and execution.
• Maintain and update contract databases and management systems for easy retrieval and tracking of contract statuses.
• Assist in developing and refining contract templates, clauses, and processes to improve efficiency and mitigate risks.
• Provide training and support to the company’s departments on commercial transaction processes.

What you'll need:

• Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certificate from an ABA-accredited program preferred.
• 5+ years of contracts management, paralegal, or other comparable experience in a law firm or legal department with experience reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a broad range of commercial contracts.
• Exceptional understanding of contract law and procurement practices.
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent negotiation, communication (both written and verbal), and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and contract management software.
• Client-service oriented with a proactive approach to addressing and resolving issues.