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Job Description:

The Contract Specialist coordinates and completes all government, regulatory, and compliance documentation for the organization in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Provides advice and reviews proposals related to government or private industry contracts. Negotiates terms, specifications, delivery dates, and contractual provisions for standard products and systems. Stays current on legal and regulatory changes and ensures appropriate implementation.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Develop, revise, andmaintainstandard terms and conditions (T&Cs), non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), and software license agreements (SLAs) for sales and service departments.

+ Serve as subject matter expert on commercial and governmental contracts and related terms.

+ Review customer contract documents to minimize risk and ensure acceptability.

+ Manage various customer documents, including purchase agreements, NDAs, vendor qualifications, and on-site safety requirements.

+ Ensure insurance coverage meets contractual requirements, includingadditionalinsuredstatus andWaivers ofSubrogation.

+ Collaborate with legal, risk management, and IPcounsel for guidance on contractual language.

+ Escalate stalled negotiations to legal counsel when necessary.

+ Communicateapproveddeviations from standard T&Cs to relevant departments for compliance.

+ Maintain recordsin accordance withretention policies and manage master files for long-term compliance.

+ Assistin developingadditionalcontractual documents for parts, repairs, services, and trade-ins.

+ Ensure proper registration in business andgovernmental databases (e.g., SAM, state agencies).

+ Provideinternaltraining on contracting best practices.

Knowledge,** **Skills** **and Abilities Required:

+ Minimum3years of contract-related experience.

+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in contract review and negotiation.

+ Familiarity with commercial and government contracting practices, including FAR and DFARS.

+ Ability to research and apply contractualrequirements for state and local agencies.

**Working Conditions:** Office Environment in Norwood, MA.

Educational Requirements:

+ B.S./B.A. degreeor equivalent experience

+ Paralegalor similarexperience preferred

+ Customer relations experience (at least 1 yr)

Compensation Information:

This position has a starting salary range of $90,000.00 to $120,000.00 per year. Pay is determined by several factors, including a candidate’s experience, relevant skills, and qualifications.

_ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential._

_As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship._

_All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws._