Manager - Contract Management

FIND YOUR 'BETTER' AT AIA We don’t simply believe in being ‘The Best’. We believe in better - because there’s no limit to how far ‘better’ can take us. We believe in empowering every one of our people to find their 'better' - in the work they do, the career they build, the life they live and the difference they make. So that together we can support even more people - including our own - to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives. If you believe in better, we’d love to hear from you. About the Role Report to the Senior Manager, Finance Operations, AIA Investment Management. The Manager, will be the Team Lead for the newly setup Contract Management Unit with the core functions to support Contract Owners throughout the contract lifecycle by coordinating with stakeholders, managing risk and compliance processes, and ensuring accurate contract setup & execution in SAP Ariba, inclusive of vendor onboarding.

Contract Management Responsibilities Support Contract Owners in the risk management process, collaborate with relevant Risk Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to obtain necessary clearances for vendor engagements, and manage the submission process through the Third-Party Management (TPM) system.

Support vendor onboarding, due diligence, and qualification processes.

Collaborate with legal, sourcing, finance, and operational teams along the processes.

Maintain a centralized contract repository and ensure timely renewals, amendments, and terminations.

Ensure contracts are accurately set up and maintained within SAP Ariba, in accordance with organizational standards and system requirements.

Support and follow through the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process to ensure seamless contract execution, compliance, and timely vendor payments.

Support Contract Owners in managing intra-company recharge processes by ensuring accurate allocation of vendor-related costs across business units, coordinating with finance team.

Support Contract Owners in overseeing and tracking budget versus actual expenses to ensure cost control throughout the contract lifecycle.

Act as the primary point of contact for contract-related inquiries and coordinate escalations to Contract Owners when appropriate.

Team Leadership and Development Recruit, build, and lead a high-performing team responsible for end-to-end vendor contract management.

Provide coaching, direction, and support to team members to ensure operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Process Design and Implementation Develop, document, and implement a business process manual for vendor contract management, aligned with internal policies, legal requirements, and industry standards.

Establish controls and performance metrics to ensure compliance, consistency, and quality in contract execution and management.

Process Improvement & Automation Continuously assess the current contract management processes and identify areas for improvement.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g. Sourcing, Legal, Finance, Outsourcing, IT) to propose and implement automation tools or system enhancements that drive efficiency and reduce manual effort.

Job Requirements : Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

6–8 years of proven experience in contract management, procurement, or vendor management.

Strong proficiency in SAP Ariba and related procurement processes.

Exceptional attention to detail, with excellent organizational and time management skills.

Demonstrated ability in stakeholder engagement, contract negotiation, communication, and analytical thinking.

Adept at working with senior leadership and capable of earning the trust and confidence of C-suite executives.

Familiarity with financial processes and budgeting is a plus.

Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives. You must provide all requested information, including Personal Data, to be considered for this career opportunity. Failure to provide such information may influence the processing and outcome of your application. You are responsible for ensuring that the information you submit is accurate and up-to-date.

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