CONTRACTS MANAGER: $84,872 - $116,700

CONTRACTS MANAGER: $84,872 - $116,700/YEAR VulcanForms - developer of industrially scalable laser metal additive manufacturing solutions. We build and operate advanced digital infrastructure that enables innovation, accelerates growth, and supports sustainability across aerospace, defense, medical, consumer electronics, and other essential industries. Through vertically integrated additive manufacturing and precision machining capabilities, we deliver true end-to-end production at scale. About the Role: The Contracts Manager will report to the General Counsel and manage the full contract lifecycle, from intake, review, and negotiation through execution, renewals, and ongoing obligation tracking. This role will support procurement, sales, finance, IT, and other commercial agreements while ensuring contractual alignment with business objectives and mitigating legal and commercial risk. Key Responsibilities: -Draft, review, analyze, and negotiate commercial agreements, including NDAs, MSAs, SOWs, supply and joint development agreements, order forms, SaaS and subscription agreements, amendments, leases, and other procurement, sales, and finance agreements -Partner with Sales, Procurement, Finance, IT, and other cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and provide contractual guidance -Identify and escalate material legal or commercial risks -Independently negotiate agreements using sound judgment regarding when to escalate non-standard, material, or higher-risk issues to the General Counsel -Own and continuously improve the contract lifecycle management (CLM) process, including intake, workflows, templates, playbooks, approvals, execution, tracking, renewals, reporting, and contract visibility -Maintain accurate contract records and track key obligations, renewal dates, expiration dates, and ongoing contractual commitments -Complete customer and vendor onboarding, security, and procurement questionnaires -Coordinate with internal stakeholders to provide accurate and timely questionnaire responses -Support agreements across consumer electronics, medical, defense, and other industries -Help ensure contractual practices support business objectives and reduce legal and commercial exposure Qualifications: -4+ years of experience drafting, reviewing, analyzing, and negotiating commercial contracts, preferably in an in-house legal, contracts management, or corporate paralegal environment -Strong understanding of commercial contract provisions, including indemnification, warranties, limitation of liability, confidentiality, termination, intellectual property, and revenue recognition -Experience working with a contract lifecycle management platform, such as Evisort -Strong judgment and ability to independently manage negotiations while recognizing when issues require escalation or additional legal review -Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat and/or electronic signature platforms -Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail Preferred: -Bachelor?s degree, paralegal certificate, professional certification, or relevant continuing education -Experience working in a startup or high-growth company -Experience supporting commercial agreements across consumer electronics, medical, and defense industries -Familiarity with FAR, DFARS, subcontracting requirements, and ITAR/export compliance Compensation: -Annual base salary: $84,872 - $116,700 *Actual compensation based on skills, qualifications, and experience. VulcanForms offers a competitive salary and equity package, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, generous paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with company match. Location / Team: Legal - Devens, MA