Job Description

Job Description:

The contract manager’s task is to ensure consistent management of proposals and contracts. This generally includes oversight of the contract management process, as well as development of specific standards for bidding and submission, contract negotiations and document management. The contract manager’s role in the contract development process requires close collaboration with various GN sales channels and departments, including project management, account management, business operations, finance, legal, quality, marketing, product management, purchasing, and operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and administer federal, state, VA, and other government-related contracts, with primary focus on Hearing Aid, Repair, and Parts & Accessories agreements.
• Collaborate with sales channels and internal stakeholders to support contract binding, implementation, and ongoing management.
• Oversee contract development and lifecycle activities, ensuring compliance with organizational standards, regulatory requirements, and principles of integrity.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contract terms and provisions; serve as the primary point of contact during negotiations.
• Facilitate contract strategy discussions, including pricing, timelines, deliverables, and risk considerations, in collaboration with senior management.
• Ensure accurate entry, maintenance, and security of contracts within internal systems and external portals.
• Monitor contract performance and compliance, identify issues, and manage modifications, renewals, extensions, and closeouts.
• Communicate contract changes, deadlines, and key updates to internal teams and business partners.
• Develop and maintain contract standards, templates, and reporting (e.g., bi-weekly status updates).
• Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on contract processes, policies, and compliance requirements.
• Serve as liaison for HIPAA compliance as it relates to contractual obligations.
• Represent the organization professionally in all contract-related external communications.
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives, including new product introduction (NPI) activities, to ensure alignment with contractual requirements.
• Provide administrative and project-based support to the Government Services team, including special assignments as needed.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

• Follow all company and department policies and procedures.
• Meet all performance and behavior expectations outlined in the company performance appraisal and / or communicated by management.
• Perform responsibilities as directed achieving desired results within expected time frames and with a high degree of quality and professionalism.
• Follow good safety practices in all activities.
• Establish and maintain positive and productive work relationships with all staff, customers and business partners.
• Take personal initiative for professional development.
• Safeguard sensitive and confidential Company information.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in a business field or equivalent experience or training.

Experience:

• At least 3 years of experience working in a position that involves interpreting, applying, and ensuring compliance with government contracts and policies.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Excellent verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with careful attention to detail and timely follow-through.
• Sound planning and organizational skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and computer skills.

About Us

GN brings people closer through our leading intelligent hearing, audio, video, and gaming solutions. Inspired by people and driven by innovation, we deliver technology that enhance the senses of hearing and sight. We help people with hearing loss overcome real-life challenges, improve communication and collaboration for businesses, and provide great experiences for audio and gaming enthusiasts.

What We Offer
We value our employees and offer competitive wages and benefits including:

• Generous Benefits including PTO and Paid Holidays
• 401k with Company match
• Paid Parental Leave & Transition Back to Work Benefits
• Company HSA Contributions
• Discounted GN Group products

We encourage you to apply

Even if you don’t match all the above-mentioned skills, we will gladly receive your application if you think you have transferrable skills. We highly value a mindset, motivation, and energy, that aligns with our core values, to not only ensure growth for you, but for your team and the wider GN organization as well.

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process

GN welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. We make life sound better by developing intelligent sound solutions that transform lives through the power of sound, enabling you to hear more, do more & be more than you ever thought possible. Our integrated headset and communications solutions assist professionals in all types of businesses in being more productive. Our wireless headsets are designed to fit any lifestyle - from sports enthusiasts to commuters and office workers. GN operates in more than 90 countries across the world. Founded in 1869, GN has more than 7,000 employees today.

Pay Transparency Notice:

Depending on your work location, the target annual salary for this position can range from $90,000 to $100,000 /yr. In addition, you may be eligible for a discretionary bonus. Compensation for roles at GN depend on a wide array of factors including but not limited to location, role, skill set, and level of experience. To remain competitive, GN offers a competitive benefits package, including annual bonuses, health insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.

GN participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify poster here. View the Right to Work poster here.

Disability Accommodation

If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail bloomington-humanresources@gnresound.com. This email is provided for the purpose of supporting applicants who have a disability that prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Emails left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

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