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Location:

1685 Tech Ave, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 0A7

At Shoppers Drug Mart, we’re innovating health and wellness in Canada. From prescriptions to walk-in clinics, and a beloved loyalty program, we’re caring and supporting our customers in new ways every day.
With more than 1,300 locally owned and operated stores from coast to coast, the Shoppers Drug Mart network is more than a great place to shop, it’s a great place to work.  We’re committed to building our talented team who champion collaboration, kindness and inclusivity. Join our team, and help recognize a healthy future for your career and for all Canadians.

Why this role is important?

Manager, Contracts (P200599080)

Reporting to the Senior Director, Strategic Pharmaceutical Partnerships & SHN Business Development, the Manager, Contracts is responsible for the preparation, evaluation, negotiation, revision, and execution for all contracts as they pertain to relevant business units and functions at Specialty Health Network by Shoppers (SHN) and within the Strategic Pharmaceutical Partnerships at Shoppers Drug Mart.

This is a highly cross-functional role that will provide you with exposure to senior leaders within the Loblaw enterprise. You will have an opportunity to learn about different areas of our business and is an excellent role for developing f within our enterprise.

You will lead and coordinate the entire contract lifecycle process including but not limited to initiation and finalization of contracts, ongoing monitoring of contractor activity, reviewing progress, raising problems and changes, and establishing efficient and clear lines of communication and reporting. The Contract Manager will act as a resource for SHN business units and functions and serve as the point of contact for clients and relevant parties regarding contractual matters.

What You'll Do:

• Drafting, evaluating, negotiating, and implementing of all SHN contracts, including: non-disclosure agreements, sales / purchasing agreements, sub-contracts, consulting agreements, licensing agreements, master service agreements, distribution agreements (resellers, agents, joint marketing etc.), statements of work, review of customer proposed terms and conditions.
• Lead and facilitate contract negotiation discussions as necessary.
• Manage commercial and public (federal, provincial, and local municipalities) contracting.
• Act as a liaison between internal and external clients regarding contract agreements and amendments ensuring timely review and approval.
• Facilitate internal review of contract with subject matter experts and business stakeholders.
• Assist with inquiries from business stakeholders related to contracts.
• Explain legal contractual terms to the business unit in plain language.
• Maintain contractual documentation including but not limited to contractual changes, regular status reports, compliance, and all correspondence as such.
• Assist with day-to-day administrative tasks and procedures to ensure timely processing of contract documentation and implementation.
• Develop and maintain a contracts database to manage changes, terms and status notifications
• Act as a subject matter authority in areas and issues regarding various contract terms and conditions.
• Ensure timely and effective communication of all contractual activity and status updates to relevant parties.

What You'll Need:

• University degree with a concentration in Business or Law, or experience as a paralegal
• Five to Seven (5-7) years of relevant contract management experience is required.
• Legal background with some legal education and experience is an asset.
• Excellence computer skills (Outlook, Microsoft Word, SharePoint).
• Bilingual would be an asset (English and French).
• Strong drafting, analysis and negotiation skills with a track record of establishing strong working relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and high attention to detail.
• Proven success in working effectively and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Excellent prioritization skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to work with minimal supervision, often in a time-sensitive, dynamic and rapidly growing and evolving environment.
• Consistent track record of exceeding objectives and goals.
• Ability to teach and inform contracting concepts within the company.

Why work at Shoppers Drug Mart?

Acting as consultants, supporting internal customers and the Associate-Owners, you will get experience unique to the retail industry while working for an award-winning national brand.   Benefit from a purchase discount program, competitive pay and online learning through Academy.

Take ownership of your work and find more ways to care about your work, co-workers, customers and community.

How You’ll Succeed:

At Shoppers Drug Mart Inc., we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture.  We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust and make connections. 

If that sounds like you, and you are open-minded, responsive to change and up to the challenges provided in a fast-paced retail environment, apply today. 

Employment Type:

Full time

Type of Role:

Temporary with Benefits (Fixed Term)

Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing.  Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.

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