Description:

Brewer Science, Inc. is a major innovator of high-technology solutions for the semiconductor / microelectronics markets. We are currently seeking a purpose-driven candidate with an ownership mentality to fill an open position as a Contract Specialist. This is a hybrid position located in Rolla, MO.

Summary:
The Contract Specialist is responsible for the full lifecycle of commercial contracts, from drafting and reviewing to negotiating and finalizing agreements with customers, suppliers, and partners. Responsibilities scale from coordinating and reviewing standard agreements to independently managing complex negotiations, advising on legal and regulatory risk, and shaping contracting strategy. This role ensures contracts reflect business needs, comply with legal standards, and protect the company's interests in a highly technical and regulated manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

Independently review and redline contracts such as purchase agreements, supply contracts, and logistics/service provider agreements
Analyze and summarize legal implications of customer-provided terms including performance guarantees, return policies, or payment timelines
Identify and escalate non-standard terms involving limitations of liability, extended warranties, or indemnity clauses
Proactively gather and consolidate inputs from internal stakeholders and others to support contract alignment
Contribute to the refinement of legal templates and fallback positions for warranty terms, service levels, and liability allocation
Streamline and update legal agreements processes and systems
Lead redline and negotiation efforts on strategic agreements, often with global customers or vendors
Provide guidance to internal teams regarding contractual obligations tied to guarantees, penalties, warranty enforcement, or export control clauses
Respond directly to customer-provided agreements, coordinating with internal stakeholders to negotiate mutually acceptable terms
Independently create legal templates and fallback positions for warranty terms, service levels, and liability allocation
Train internal stakeholders on legal risk mitigation and contract basics
Own the full contract review lifecycle, reporting findings to senior legal leadership

Education & Credentials:

Juris doctorate from an accredited law school and 6+ years related experience or
An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits:
At Brewer Science, we are a Top Workplace, Certified Employee-Owned, Certified B Corp™, and GreenCircle Certified Zero Waste to Landfill. By joining Brewer Science, you will be eligible to receive benefits including:

Medical, dental, vision, life, long- and short-term disability, identity theft protection, and pet insurance
Paid leave, including community service leave, wellness breaks, and other special leave
Employee stock ownership, 401k, and bonus plans
Educational assistance & employee assistance program

Compensation:
Base pay for this role is between $84,134 and $107,270 annually. Base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

Application Process: To apply for this position please complete the online application. This position is open until filled. Screening will begin immediately.

Equal Employment Opportunity - M/F/Disability/Veterans