Jeppesen ForeFlight builds industry-leading aviation software used by pilots,
aircraft operators, and major airlines worldwide. As a high-growth, private
equity-backed company, we are focused on scaling our operations, strengthening
our financial infrastructure, and driving operational excellence across the
business. Our team combines deep domain expertise with a collaborative,
high-performance culture to solve complex challenges and support continued
growth.
Description
We’re looking for a Senior Contracts Management Specialist to join our team here
at Jeppesen ForeFlight. You’ll lead negotiations and manage complex contracts
that support global business. In this senior role, you’ll take the lead in
external negotiations, partner with internal stakeholders, and provide
innovative contractual solutions. If you’re a seasoned contracts professional
with a passion for aviation and the expertise to manage complex agreements, this
is your opportunity to make a global impact. This role may be performed fully
remote.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead Complex Negotiations: Take primary responsibility for negotiating and
executing contracts, including sales, licensing, professional services
implementations and intellectual property agreements.
Represent Jeppesen ForeFlight with Customers: Serve as the lead negotiator in
external engagements with diverse global customers.
Shape Business Solutions: Present and develop innovative contractual
solutions that drive growth and preserve business interests.
Manage Contractual Risk: Summarize complex issues, develop mitigation
strategies, and guide teams through risk management.
Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead coordination across finance, legal,
operations, and other functions to align contractual strategy.
Assess & Mitigate Risk: Conduct contractual risk analyses, recommend
solutions, and coordinate mitigation strategies.
Balance Priorities: Manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a global team
environment.
Mentor & Support Team: Share expertise and help build capability across the
contracts team.
Travel as Needed: Domestic and international travel may be required.
Basic Qualifications:
7+ years of experience in contracts, procurement, finance, or related
business functions.
Demonstrated experience building and maintaining customer relationships.
Proven skills in negotiation, communication, and risk management.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
Ability to manage complex, high-pressure situations with sound judgment.
High standards of ethics, integrity, and collaboration.
Preferred Qualifications:
8+ years of experience drafting, negotiating, and executing complex
contracts/subcontracts.
Experience with complex, multi-year implementation contracts
Experience in a fast paced, high growth technology company
Experience leading cross-functional teams and high-level customer
negotiations.
JD preferred, bachelor’s degree or higher in business, contracts, legal, or
related field.
Summary Pay Range: $122,00-$150,000
Why You Should Join:
At Jeppesen ForeFlight, we know you want a rewarding career. To do that, you
need challenging projects, a good work environment, and awesome coworkers. We
believe in our employees, and we empower them to make a direct impact on our
products and services messaging. We strive to provide our employees with a
world-class benefits experience, focused on supporting their physical,
financial, and emotional wellbeing. Our benefits package includes but not
limited to the following:
Medical, dental, vision insurance with Employer paid health premiums
Open PTO Policy
401(k) with up to 10% company matching and immediate vesting
12 Weeks Paid Maternity Leave
4 Weeks Paid Paternity Leave
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