Senior Contract Administrator at Itron in Austin, TX

Job description

Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us. Itron is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator to join our Global CME Contract Management team. This senior individual contributor role, you will support the full contract lifecycle, including contract preparation, review, negotiation, administration and execution. You will collaborate closely with Sales, Commercial Legal, Proposals, Pricing, Delivery Services, Deal Desk, Finance and other business partners to help structure, negotiate, and manage customer agreements that support Itron's business objectives while balancing risk and compliance requirements.This role combines strong commercial judgment, attention to detail, and customer focus with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Career Growth Opportunity This position is part of Itron's professional contracting career path and offers opportunities to advance into Contract Manager, Contract Management leadership, or commercial-focused positions such as Commercial Lead and Senior Commercial Lead, based on business needs, demonstrated performance, and capability. Duties & Responsibilities Draft, review, revise, negotiate, process, and administer commercial agreements, including master sales agreements, order documents, amendments, statements of work, change orders, and related documents. Partner collaboratively with customers and internal stakeholders to negotiate terms that support customer-centric business objectives while appropriately managing contractual and commercial risk. Review agreements, statements of work, change orders, RFP terms, and related documentation for accuracy, completeness, contractual alignment, and applicable obligations. Conduct contract reviews and gap analyses to identify inconsistencies, non-standard provisions, risks, and third-party flow-down requirements, escalating complex or high-risk matters as appropriate. Ensure contracts align with company policies, applicable legal requirements, government specifications, and established Commercial Legal contracting frameworks. Maintain accountable oversight of contract records, agreement requests, pending actions, commitments, and lifecycle activities to support data integrity, audit readiness, and timely execution. Serve as an authentic and trusted business partner to Sales, Legal, Pricing, Deal Desk, Finance, Delivery Services, and other stakeholders, clearly communicating contract requirements, risks, and recommendations. Manage multiple transactions and competing priorities with an agile, solutions-oriented approach while maintaining ownership of stakeholder coordination through execution or resolution. Contribute innovative ideas to improve contract templates, playbooks, tools, policies, processes, and governance practices that increase efficiency and consistency. Share contracting knowledge and best practices to strengthen collaboration, operational effectiveness, and the customer experience. Required Skills & Experience Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. 5+ years of experience in contract administration, contract negotiation, commercial contracting, or a related field. Working knowledge of commercial contract principles, including contractual obligations, liabilities, terms, renewals, indemnities, and risk allocation concepts. Experience drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and administering customer-facing commercial agreements. Strong commercial judgment with the ability to assess risk, identify issues, and determine when escalation is appropriate. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, complex transactions, and competing deadlines in a dynamic environment. Excellent organizational skills with a strong attention to accuracy, detail