Supplier & Contract Manager

Thomson Reuters

Supplier & Contract Manager responsible for managing and negotiating supplier contracts at Thomson Reuters. Ensuring compliance and optimizing supplier relationships for better investment value.

Posted 6/1/2026full-timeMexico City • 🇲🇽 MexicoMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Hard Skills

contract managementnegotiationcontract draftingobligation managementsupplier relationship managementstrategic sourcingproject managementanalyticscontract terminologyfinancial risk management

Soft Skills

advanced English proficiencyattention to detailbusiness acumenrelationship managementstrategic thinkingcommunication skillscomfort with senior leadersproblem-solvingcollaborationadaptability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteAI toolingcontract management toolsgovernance forumssupplier assessment toolsfinancial management systemsnegotiation platformsanalytics softwareproject management softwareCRM systems

Certifications & Qualifications

JD (Juris Doctor)contract management certificationsupplier management certificationproject management certificationnegotiation certificationbusiness analysis certificationprocurement certificationlegal compliance certificationrisk management certificationstrategic sourcing certification

Industry Keywords

supplier contractsSLA (Service Level Agreement)contract compliancecommercial governanceglobal contractscost-efficient exitsexecutive business reviewsupplier strategiescontract amendmentschange requests

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as Thomson Reuters’ subject matter expert for assigned supplier contracts
Act as an escalation point on supplier matters, liaising with and advising the business and TR senior leaders
Manage and negotiate to resolve major disputes, including on SLAs, unit rates, and contract compliance
Control costs and limit financial risk and exposure through managing contracts and negotiating contract changes
Ensure contract deliverables and obligations are met using Obligation Management practices and tools
Diagnose supplier performance and compliance issues relating to the contract, and recommend options
Manage, draft, and negotiate contract changes including amendments and change requests
Implement best practice contract and commercial governance
Support 360-degree supplier relationship assessments
Drive creation of formal supplier strategies
Support Executive Business Review meetings to align executives on optimization efforts
Represent Supplier & Contract Management in operational/service management governance forums
Manage contract terminations for cost-efficient exits
Provide expert counsel support to business and stakeholders
Proactively manage global suppliers
Achieve value beyond the contract through 360-degree supplier relationship management methodologies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced English proficiency both written and spoken
Advanced negotiation and contract drafting skills
Familiarity with contract and commercial management methodology
Advanced fluency in contract terminology and ability to master highly complex contracts
Rigorous attention to detail and expert analytics
Strong business acumen
Excellent relationship management skills
Advanced strategic thinking and communications skills
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite
Eager to embrace AI tooling
Advanced project management skills
Comfort working directly with senior leaders
Advanced degree (JD preferred)
Experience in contract management and/or supplier relationship management discipline, including successful management of global contracts in excess of USD 15m value
Combined 5 years of experience in contract management, supplier relationship management, strategic sourcing, and/or contract-related discipline
2 years of contract management or supplier relationship management experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid Work Model: We’ve adopted a flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office depending on the role)
Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities
Career Development and Growth: By fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development
Industry Competitive Benefits: We offer comprehensive benefit plans to include flexible vacation, two company-wide Mental Health Days off, access to the Headspace app, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, employee incentive programs, and resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.
Social Impact: Make an impact in your community with our Social Impact Institute. We offer employees two paid volunteer days off annually