We're seeking amexico-based associate manager, software contracts and vendors, to support themanagement of global it contracts, primarily across theu.thismanager-level roleinvolves leading contract negotiations, overseeing the contract lifecycle, and collaborating with global vendors and cross-functional teams. We are looking for professionals withstrong experience in it contracts, includingreviewing, redlining, and negotiating with vendors. For software-related contracts, knowledge oflicensing models(e.g., enterprise, named user, concurrent use) and familiarity withuser agreements, data privacy, and compliance requirementsare highly valued.fluency in englishis essential, and hands-on experience witharibaand other contract management tools is a strong advantage. If you're looking to work in a dynamic, global environment and contribute to strategic vendor relationships, we'd love to hear from you. From the first moment, astellas will inspire you to put this ethos into practice – with a positive, agile company culture and with well-defined ethical principles, values, and systemsastellas' global capability centres – overview astellas' global capability centres (gccs) are strategically located sites that give astellas the ability to access talent across various functions in the value chain and to co-locate core capabilities that are currently dispersed. As a member of the digital partnerships team, this role will be responsible for the negotiation, execution, management, and compliance of it hardware and software contracts. This role will be responsible for ensuring that all contracts align with organizational goals and legal requirements while fostering strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external service providers. Contract negotiation:lead the negotiation of contracts for software and hardware, ensuring favorable terms and conditions that align with astellas' objectives. Partner with is business stakeholders, vendors, legal, procurement, and compliance teams to reach consensus on contract terms, ensuring alignment with company policies and regulatory requirements. Contract management:oversee the entire contract lifecycle, from drafting and execution to renewal and termination, using enterprise tools such as servicenow, ariba, and aravo. Vendor relationship management:escalate issues and/or questions to more senior member of contracting team. Risk assessment:identify and assess risks associated with contracts and develop strategies to mitigate them. Collaboration:work closely with cross-functional teams, including digitalx, procurement, and legal, to ensure alignment on contract scope, terms, and service delivery. Performance monitoring:monitor vendor performance against contract terms and service level agreements (slas), ensuring compliance and addressing any discrepancies. Maintain accurate records of contracts and related documentation and provide regular reports to management on contract status and performance. Monitor contract timelines for renewals, amendments, and terminations. funding limits, incorrect coding, etc.).degree in business administration, information technology, law, or a related field. ~5+ years of experience negotiating, executing, and managing software and hardware contracts. ~fluency in english (written/spoken) ~ familiarity with relevant legal and regulatory requirements related to it contracts. ~ proficiency in microsoft excel. ~ proficiency in contract management software and tools, including ariba.csam certification (certified software asset manager). Experience with software asset management tools (e.g. Servicenow sam pro, snow, etc.) Experience with servicenow, sap, and data analytics tools.hybrid work arrangements (on-site/work from home) from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with astellas' responsible flexibility guidelines.