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CDW

Program Manager (Contract Manager)

CDW, Chicago, Illinois, United States

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At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It’s why we’re coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we’re headed. We’re proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.

Job Summary The Program Manager leads a team of Contract Management professionals and provides direct support for an assigned portfolio of contracts. Program Managers are responsible for ensuring compliance of all regulatory and operational commitments made to customers and serve a vital role to minimize overall risk and maximize revenue and profit through each contract.

What You'll Do

Supervise Contract Analyst and/or Deputy Program Manager coworkers

Lead all efforts to operationalize and market contracts

Respond to customer requests for audit and project manage process

Conduct internal audits to measure regulatory and operational compliance

Provide preliminary dispute resolution to ensure customer satisfaction

Conduct presentations to senior leadership internally and externally

Maximize contract productivity and profit

Educate sellers, partners, and customers on proper contract usage

Draft and negotiate master sales agreements, special programs, teaming agreements, amendments, addenda, and other contractual documents, as needed

Conduct performance review of all existing and expiring agreements, make recommendations regarding strategic enhancements, and lead renewal efforts

Conduct business reviews with the business and customers, as necessary

Ensure compliance of all service levels committed to as part of contracts assigned

What We Expect Of You Minimum basic requirements

Bachelor’s Degree

Four (4) years of relevant contracts management experience

Effective communication skills (verbal and written)

Experience presenting to senior and executive level management

Strong problem-solving skills

Strong project management skills

Proven success in negotiating complex contract matters

Knowledge of standard procurement contracting and proposals process

Ability to develop, analyze, and interpret complex statistical data and/or to develop contracting strategies based on this information

Ability to work effectively and collaboratively to solve contract matters and drive desired business outcomes

Operates autonomously with minimal guidance required

Ability to influence decisions and motivate positive change

Impeccable attention to detail and produces high quality work product

Experience with handling sensitive, confidential matters appropriately

Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access

Ability and willingness to travel 10% or as needed to other CDW locations, meeting and client site

Preferred Skills, Experience, And Qualifies Needed

Five (5) or more years of IT industry contract management experience

Knowledge of CDW/G Business Systems

Advanced in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access

Served as a team leader or influencer in previous roles

Experienced presenter and/or trainer

Contract negotiation experience

Pay range: $88,000 - $122,400 depending on experience and skill set

Annual bonus target of 5% subject to terms and conditions of plan

Benefits overview: https://cdw.benefit-info.com/

Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials

We make technology work so people can do great things.

CDW is a leading multi‑brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the S&P 500 Index, CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. Together, we unite. Together, we win. Together, we thrive.

CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.

CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, CDW’s goal is to get to know you as an applicant and understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. While AI can help you present yourself more clearly and effectively, the essence of your application should be authentically yours. To learn more, please review CDW’s AI Applicant Notice.

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