Contracts Manager
Purchase machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, or services necessary for the operation of an establishment. Purchase raw or semifinished materials for manufacturing. May negotiate contracts.
At a Glance
Contracts Manager earns an average of $82,830/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 5.4–5.6 years. Top skills: Management, Leadership, Communication.
$82,830/yr
Bachelor's degree
5.4–5.6 years
11
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Purchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm Products
Median Wage
N/A
Growth (2024-34)
Not available
Education
Varies
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (14)
Marketing
Proposal Development
Finance
Request For Proposal
Managed Care
Subcontracting
Contract Negotiation
Business Development
Billing
Contract Management
Pharmaceuticals
Process Improvement
Economics
Purchasing
Common Skills (16)
Management
Leadership
Communication
Operations
Microsoft Office
Research
Editing
Customer Service
Planning
Presentations
Problem Solving
Related Specializations
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