Contract Specialist - Itasca, IL

Join KEYENCE as a Contract Specialist

Location: KEYENCE U.S. Headquarters – Itasca, IL

Total Compensation (Base Bonus): $83,826

As a Contract Specialist, you’ll be part of the Legal team, playing a critical role in minimizing organizational risk while supporting both corporate and sales functions. This position is responsible for evaluating, drafting, and managing contractual agreements to ensure alignment with business objectives and compliance standards.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong critical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to translate business needs into effective contractual solutions and actionable outcomes.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for contract-related inquiries from internal stakeholders, including Sales and Corporate teams
• Review, analyze, and assess customer and vendor agreements to identify risks and recommend appropriate revisions
• Draft, edit, and maintain Keyence standard legal documents and contract templates
• Support contract lifecycle management, including drafting, negotiation, execution, tracking, and termination
• Lead or support projects related to legal review, contract standardization, and process improvements
• Ensure contracts are aligned with company policies, legal standards, and risk mitigation strategies
• Maintain accurate documentation, records, and contract data within designated systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field
• 2 years of experience in contract administration, procurement, or contract negotiation
• Strong integrity and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and critical thinking abilities
• Ability to understand and interpret complex contractual language and business concepts
• Experience with contract lifecycle management systems and risk assessment practices
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage and maintain accurate records

Preferred Skills 

• 2 years of direct experience in contract administration or similar role
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align legal and contractual practices to organizational goals
• Proven ability to build and maintain positive, productive working relationships across functions

What We Offer

• Base Salary: $64,150
• Bonus Target: $19,676 annually (performance-based), paid quarterly
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401K match, ~4 weeks PTO in first full year
• Career Growth: Promote-from-within culture with base and bonus increases

Why KEYENCE?

• Recognized by Forbes as one of the World’s Most Innovative Companies
• A global leader in factory automation and quality assurance solutions
• Operating profit of over 40% for 25 consecutive years
• A culture that invests in your success from day one

KEYENCE is an at-will, Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: $77,000.00 - $81,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $77,000 - $81,000