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Job Summary

The Manager, Procurement – Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) is responsible for leading the governance, strategy, and continuous improvement of the organization’s contract lifecycle management ecosystem, with primary ownership of the Ironclad CLM platform and integration with Oracle E-Business Suite (Oracle EBS).

This role provides functional leadership across Procurement, Legal, Finance, and the broader business to ensure contract data integrity, process standardization, and compliance with internal controls and external audit requirements. The Manager is accountable for optimizing end-to-end contract lifecycle processes, enhancing system capabilities, and driving measurable improvements in cycle time, visibility, and risk management.

The role also leads CLM-related reporting, ensures alignment between contractual terms and ERP data structures, and serves as a subject matter expert for contract governance and commercial risk identification.

Responsibilities

CLM Strategy, Governance & Platform Leadership (Ironclad)

Own governance, configuration, and strategic roadmap of Ironclad CLM
Define and enforce enterprise standards for templates, clause libraries, metadata, workflows
Lead end-to-end contract lifecycle governance from intake through execution and repository management
Oversee renewals, obligations, and contract performance tracking
Lead system enhancements, UAT, and release management with IT and vendors
Deliver training and drive adoption across Procurement, Legal, and business users

ERP Integration & Contract Data Integrity (Oracle EBS)

Ensure alignment between executed contract terms and Oracle EBS configuration
Resolve discrepancies between contract records and ERP data
Partner with Vendor Management and Finance on master data governance
Maintain controls ensuring data accuracy across systems

Audit, Compliance & Reporting

Lead audit request coordination and documentation
Develop contract lifecycle dashboards and KPIs (cycle time, compliance, renewals)
Ensure adherence to policies, SOX controls, and compliance requirements
Drive improvements based on audit findings and reporting insights

Leadership & Process Improvement

Act as escalation point for CLM issues
Drive process optimization and automation initiatives
Influence cross-functional stakeholders on standardized processes
Identify system and workflow improvement opportunities

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Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
6–9 years procurement/contract management experience
CLM (Ironclad preferred) experience
Oracle EBS experience
Strong contract interpretation and risk assessment skills
Advanced Microsoft Office skills

Skills & Competencies

Leadership and stakeholder management
Analytical and problem-solving ability
Strong attention to detail and governance focus
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration
Continuous improvement mindset

Preferred Qualifications

Ironclad CLM administration experience
Oracle EBS Procure-to-Pay experience
SOX/compliance/audit support experience
Contract analytics or dashboard development
Experience working with Legal, Finance, IT teams

At Optimum, every action and interaction we take part in, is driven by our three Guiding Principles: Do What’s Right, Drive One Optimum, and Make It Happen. These aren’t just words, they help us build trust, create real community, and embrace new ways of thinking. Our employees are empowered to do the right thing for our customers and co-workers and to recognize and reward these behaviors when we see them. It’s all part of the bigger picture of “Be The Difference” where each employee knows they have the power to enact real change, share new ideas, and understand that learning never stop.

If you have the drive to succeed and are ready to embark on a thrilling career, seize this opportunity today, and join our winning team. Together, we'll shape the future of connectivity.

All job descriptions and required skills, qualifications and responsibilities for a particular position are subject to modification by the Company from time to time, in the Company’s discretion based on business necessity.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Pay is competitive and based on a number of job-related factors, including skills and experience. The starting pay rate/range at time of hire for this position in the posted location is $102,816.00 - $168,912.00 / year. The rate/range provided herein is the anticipated pay at the time of hire and does not reflect future job opportunity.

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. Please note that at this time, we do not provide visa sponsorship for employment.

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