Senior Contract Manager

Humana

. Lead negotiation and execution of highly complex agreements, including MSAs, SOWs, software and SaaS agreements, technology licensing agreements, business process outsourcing agreements, professional services contracts, healthcare-related supplier agreements, amendments, renewals, and terminations .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $104,000 - $143,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contract management and negotiation, with a strong understanding of contract law principles and the ability to manage complex supplier agreements. Proven ability to develop contracting strategies aligned with business objectives while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

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Contract ManagementNegotiation StrategiesSupplier ManagementContract Lifecycle ManagementRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Contract NegotiationContract DraftingRisk ManagementAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingBusiness AcumenCommercial Terms UnderstandingSupplier Contract ManagementProcess ImprovementContract Quality Oversight

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsRelationship BuildingMentoringStakeholder EngagementMulti-tasking

Tools & Technologies

Contract Lifecycle Management SystemsMicrosoft OfficeWorkflow ToolsContracting Technologies

Industry Keywords

MSASOWSaaS AgreementsHealthcare Supplier AgreementsCompliance-Driven EnvironmentsPHI/HIPAABusiness Process OutsourcingEnterprise Contracting PoliciesDelegation of AuthoritySupplier Strategy

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead negotiation and execution of highly complex agreements, including MSAs, SOWs, software and SaaS agreements, technology licensing agreements, business process outsourcing agreements, professional services contracts, healthcare-related supplier agreements, amendments, renewals, and terminations
Develop and execute contracting strategies aligned with enterprise business objectives
Serve as lead negotiator on high-value, high-risk, and executive-level supplier engagements
Advise stakeholders on contractual, commercial, operational, and risk implications of supplier relationships
Manage contracts through intake, drafting, negotiation, execution, governance, renewal, amendment, and termination
Ensure adherence to enterprise contracting policies, approval requirements, and Delegation of Authority guidelines
Identify and mitigate contractual risks, obligations, and performance gaps
Serve as the primary contract management advisor for assigned categories and business functions
Build relationships with senior leaders, category managers, sourcing professionals, legal counsel, and suppliers
Participate in supplier strategy discussions and complex sourcing initiatives
Partner with Legal, Privacy, Compliance, Information Protection, Cybersecurity, and Risk teams on regulatory and contractual requirements
Support audits, regulatory reviews, and internal governance activities
Provide guidance and mentoring to Contract Managers and contract management associates
Assist the Associate Director in establishing best practices and operating procedures
Lead special projects and enterprise-wide process improvement efforts
Provide day-to-day guidance and quality oversight for outsourced contract management resources
Review vendor work product for quality, consistency, and policy compliance
Leverage contracting technologies and workflow tools to improve efficiency and visibility
Identify opportunities to automate or standardize contracting activities
Track and report contract cycle time, renewal completion, stakeholder satisfaction, contract quality, and workload management metrics
Contribute to enterprise transformation initiatives involving contract lifecycle management technologies and process redesign
Report to the Director of Procurement as an individual contributor with no direct reports

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree
7+ years of progressive experience in contract management, procurement, strategic sourcing, legal operations, supplier management, or a related field
Demonstrated experience independently negotiating complex commercial agreements
Strong understanding of contract law principles, commercial terms, and negotiation strategies
Experience managing supplier contracts across multiple categories and stakeholders
Strong analytical, problem-solving, business, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple complex negotiations and priorities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract lifecycle management systems
Experience in regulated or compliance-driven environments
Home internet service with at least 25 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload speeds
Ability to work from a dedicated space without ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI/HIPAA information

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus incentive plan based on company and/or individual performance
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
401(k) retirement savings plan
Paid time off
Company holidays
Personal holidays
Paid parental leave
Paid caregiver leave
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Life insurance
Fully remote work within the U.S.
No travel required, though occasional travel to Humana offices for training or meetings may be required
Dedicated home workspace and internet requirements to support remote work