Contract Specialist

Welcome to Ryerson, where exceptional career opportunities await. As a leading provider of industrial metal products and services since 1842, we are committed to excellence and best-in-class customer service. Join our team and be a part of a legacy of excellence, where your contributions will be valued, and your development supported. Ryerson offers a dynamic, quality-focused, environment, ideal for advancing your career and making your mark in the metals industry.

Join our dynamic team at Ryerson as a Contract & Compliance Specialist, where you'll play a pivotal role in supporting company-wide contract compliance and managing project workflows. You'll review and redline legal documents, including supplier agreements, NDAs, and customer questionnaires. In this role, you'll work closely with a Deputy General Counsel, collaborate directly with contracts and compliance attorneys, and engage with sales, procurement, and other Subject Matter Experts across the organization.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Timely and efficiently reviewing and redlining agreements to avoid any delays in the process
• Creating, updating, and managing templates and forms
• Tracking team metrics
• Creating and updating databases, spreadsheets, and charts
• Supporting with contract compliance
• Maintaining clear lines of communication and follow-ups as needed
• Preparing and updating processes and procedures documentation
• Look for opportunities to implement process improvements
• Provide excellent customer service to our attorneys and other colleagues
• All other duties as assigned or duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in law or a relevant field
• 3 or more years of experience
• In-depth knowledge of contract documents, legal specifications, and terminology
• Proficient in MS Office
• Knowledge of negotiation best practices
• Possesses superior organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects
• Outstanding negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Salary: $79,000 - $100,000 annually. A starting salary higher than $79,000 annually is based on a level of experience and education that significantly exceeds the minimum requirements and is commensurate with the compensation scale.

Ryerson offers eligible employees the following benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs

Flexible spending accounts

401K plans with employer-matching contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation, sick, and holidays

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