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Contract Manager III
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BOK Financial
Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Dallas
Job ID: 77203
Application Deadline: 02/02/2026
Summary BOK Financial is committed to fostering long-term client relationships by attracting top talent. The company emphasizes innovation, growth, and teamwork, providing a dynamic environment for employees to excel. At BOK Financial, we believe in the power of being one team. Success is achieved through a dedication to high standards, a passion for excellence, and a collaborative spirit that unites us in our mission.
Job Description The
Contract Manager III
is primarily responsible for creating, drafting, negotiating, managing, and executing highly complex contracts with third parties. The Contract Manager III supports the strategic direction and operational goals of assigned business units when making commercial commitments for the bank. The Contract Manager is responsible for overseeing the lifecycle of a contract across the organization, ensuring compliance, risk mitigation, and value realization.
Team Culture We celebrate each other’s wins, big and small. We respect, honor and praise one another for a job well done. We are transparent, involved, committed, and collaborative. Simply put: We Achieve More Together.
Responsibilities
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including MSAs, NDAs, SOWs, SaaS agreements, and service contracts.
Ensure contract terms reflect business needs, legal requirements, and risk mitigation strategies.
Establish contract negotiation & sourcing strategies and foster a competitive negotiation environment.
Ensure the contract is reviewed, approved, and signed in accordance with the bank’s contract administration procedures.
Serve as a liaison between the business unit and legal to ensure all contracts are reviewed by an attorney, where necessary, and contain approved contract language.
Maintain contract repository and ensure accurate tracking of obligations, expirations and performance metrics.
Continue the development of contract templates, sourcing playbooks, and negotiation guidelines.
Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field of study.
8-10 years of work related experience, or 15+ years of experience in contract/procurement/vendor relations, or equivalent combination.
Highly competent in contract pricing, terms & conditions, warranties, service level agreements, financials, negotiations, and internal relations management.
Highly proficient contract drafting skills.
Thorough knowledge of complex contract terms, financials, and pricing models.
Extensive experience planning, strategizing & negotiating technical & non-technical contracts.
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
Superior organizational and analytical skills.
Good management and disciplined documentation skills.
Advanced knowledge of vendor, contract, purchasing terminology, best practices, project management methodologies.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and automated software systems.
Strong ability to create positive professional business relationships with internal and external clients.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements Office setting; lift up to 20 lbs.
Benefits Bonuses: Discretionary. Pay transparency salary range not available. BOK Financial provides training and development for long‑term career growth.
EEO Statement The companies in BOK Financial Corporation Group are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other aspects of employment for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, genetic information or veteran status.
Apply Today Please contact recruiting_coordinators@bokf.com with any questions. Apply today and take the first step towards your next career opportunity!
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Contract Manager III
role at
BOK Financial
Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Dallas
Job ID: 77203
Application Deadline: 02/02/2026
Summary BOK Financial is committed to fostering long-term client relationships by attracting top talent. The company emphasizes innovation, growth, and teamwork, providing a dynamic environment for employees to excel. At BOK Financial, we believe in the power of being one team. Success is achieved through a dedication to high standards, a passion for excellence, and a collaborative spirit that unites us in our mission.
Job Description The
Contract Manager III
is primarily responsible for creating, drafting, negotiating, managing, and executing highly complex contracts with third parties. The Contract Manager III supports the strategic direction and operational goals of assigned business units when making commercial commitments for the bank. The Contract Manager is responsible for overseeing the lifecycle of a contract across the organization, ensuring compliance, risk mitigation, and value realization.
Team Culture We celebrate each other’s wins, big and small. We respect, honor and praise one another for a job well done. We are transparent, involved, committed, and collaborative. Simply put: We Achieve More Together.
Responsibilities
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including MSAs, NDAs, SOWs, SaaS agreements, and service contracts.
Ensure contract terms reflect business needs, legal requirements, and risk mitigation strategies.
Establish contract negotiation & sourcing strategies and foster a competitive negotiation environment.
Ensure the contract is reviewed, approved, and signed in accordance with the bank’s contract administration procedures.
Serve as a liaison between the business unit and legal to ensure all contracts are reviewed by an attorney, where necessary, and contain approved contract language.
Maintain contract repository and ensure accurate tracking of obligations, expirations and performance metrics.
Continue the development of contract templates, sourcing playbooks, and negotiation guidelines.
Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field of study.
8-10 years of work related experience, or 15+ years of experience in contract/procurement/vendor relations, or equivalent combination.
Highly competent in contract pricing, terms & conditions, warranties, service level agreements, financials, negotiations, and internal relations management.
Highly proficient contract drafting skills.
Thorough knowledge of complex contract terms, financials, and pricing models.
Extensive experience planning, strategizing & negotiating technical & non-technical contracts.
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
Superior organizational and analytical skills.
Good management and disciplined documentation skills.
Advanced knowledge of vendor, contract, purchasing terminology, best practices, project management methodologies.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and automated software systems.
Strong ability to create positive professional business relationships with internal and external clients.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements Office setting; lift up to 20 lbs.
Benefits Bonuses: Discretionary. Pay transparency salary range not available. BOK Financial provides training and development for long‑term career growth.
EEO Statement The companies in BOK Financial Corporation Group are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other aspects of employment for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, genetic information or veteran status.
Apply Today Please contact recruiting_coordinators@bokf.com with any questions. Apply today and take the first step towards your next career opportunity!
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