Details of the Organization

Lactalis is a family-owned dairy group based in Laval (Mayenne), in the west of France.

Details of the Job/Internship

Lactalis is hiring a Contracts Manager / Senior Manager – Legal & Contracts with 8–12 years of experience to oversee, draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements.

Role and Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts to ensure clarity, compliance, and risk mitigation.
• Independently manage diverse agreements, including B2B, rental, logistics, warehouse, supply, service, manpower, NDAs, authorizations, and termination notices.
• Lead negotiations with vendors, service providers, and external stakeholders to secure favorable terms.
• Coordinate approvals, maintain documentation, and ensure adherence to contractual obligations.
• Oversee the complete contract lifecycle from initiation to renewal or termination.
• Maintain a centralized contract repository and track renewals, deadlines, and compliance requirements.
• Implement and manage CLM tools, digital signing systems, and reporting mechanisms.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Marketing, Procurement, Supply Chain, HR, Finance, and other teams for inputs and alignment.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external parties on contract-related matters.
• Ensure compliance with Indian laws, dairy industry regulations, and company policies.
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks and escalate high-risk issues when required.
• Support dispute resolution and act as liaison between internal teams and counterparties.
• Prepare dashboards and periodic reports on contract performance and compliance.
• Continuously improve contract management systems, templates, and negotiation processes.

Eligibility

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law.
• 8–12 years of contract management experience, preferably in FMCG, airy, or food sectors.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, commercial agreements, and relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to independently draft, negotiate, and finalize complex contracts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; familiarity with CLM tools is an advantage.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify risks and recommend solutions.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, maintaining nfidentiality and professionalism.
• High integrity, accountability, and strong work ethic.

Salary/Stipend

Compensation details will be finalized during the interview process with the selected candidate.

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

India

Address

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.

Application and Registration Details

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