<p>Job#: 3024219</p> <p>Job Description:</p> <p>We're hiring a Contract Manager!</p> <p>Role: Contract Manager</p> <p>Supporting: Large Financial Services Client</p> <p>Location: Vienna, VA (Open to Hybrid and Remote)</p> <p>Position Description:</p> <p>Are you a skilled negotiator with a passion for building strong vendor partnerships and driving smart business outcomes? We're looking for a Contract Manager to support a large enterprise organization by leading the full contract lifecycle-from acquisition strategy and drafting to pricing analysis, negotiation, and closeout.</p> <p>If you're a detail-oriented contract expert who enjoys strategic problem-solving and driving impactful decisions, we'd love to connect!</p> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts for goods and services </li><li>Lead contract and pricing negotiations with internal stakeholders and vendors </li><li>Provide guidance on contract requirements, risk mitigation, and compliance </li><li>Analyze proposals, costs, and business impacts </li><li>Partner with procurement, legal, and business units to support key initiatives </li><li>Interpret contract language and ensure all obligations, deliverables, and timelines are clear </li><li>Identify issues proactively and deliver strong, strategic solutions </li></ul> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Background in contract law, acquisition strategy, contract management, or procurement </li><li>Strong understanding of commercial business practices and risk evaluation </li><li>Experience preparing proposals, negotiating terms, and managing complex agreements </li><li>Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills </li><li>Ability to multitask, work independently, and collaborate across teams </li><li>Bachelor's degree in Business, Contract Management, IT, or related field </li></ul> <p>EEO Employer</p> <p>Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.</p> <p>Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.</p> <p>Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.</p> <p>Employee Type:</p> <p>Contract</p> <p>Location:</p> <p>Merrifield, VA, US</p> <p>Job Type:</p> <p>Date Posted:</p> <p>March 5, 2026</p> <p>Pay Range:</p> <p>$60 - $65 per hour</p> <p>Similar Jobs</p> <ul> <li>Contractor - Branch </li><li>Contractor - Digital </li><li>Supply Chain & Procurement Coordinator Specialist </li><li>Contractor - Branch </li><li>Contractor - Branch </li></ul>