Reporting directly to the Contract Management Lead, this role is essential in supporting the procurement contracting practices by managing daily operational tasks throughout the contract lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in contract administration, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating procurement contracts, and a sharp eye for detail.

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead contracting efforts in the drafting, evaluation, and negotiation of procurement contracts to ensure they meet company standards and objectives.
• Manage the contract lifecycle from initiation to closure, including maintaining accurate and comprehensive documentation in the contract management system.
• Help coordinate cross-functional team efforts to execute contracts effectively, aligning contract terms with business and operational goals while minimizing risks.
• Provide timely updates and assist with the development of process and performance reports to enhance transparency and facilitate continual improvement.
• Act as a liaison among Business Sponsors, Legal, Vendor Management, and other stakeholders to assist in resolving contract-related issues promptly.
• Uphold organizational policies and procedures, actively identifying and helping to mitigate risks associated with contractual engagements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Contract Management Lead.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Law, Finance, or related field, (or 8 years relevant work experience equivalency) (required), master’s degree preferred.
• At least 1-2 years of experience in contract administration or a closely related field, with a proven track record in managing procurement contracts.
• Experience in drafting, evaluating, and negotiating contracts, including familiarity with various types of agreements such as master agreements, statements of work, and licensing agreements.
• Understanding of legal terminology, contract law, and regulation compliance in procurement and contracting processes.
• Previous experience in the energy sector is an advantage but not required.

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND CAPABILITIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Skilled in handling procurement contracts, including master agreements, statements of work, custom software development agreements, managed service agreements, and software/hardware licensing and support agreements.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to navigate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, to deliver outstanding results.
• Experience utilizing contract management and procurement workflow software.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 productivity, communication, and collaboration apps.
• Analytical, organizational, and negotiation skills, with an attention to detail, and capable of producing high-quality work.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, capable of engaging effectively across all levels of the organization and with external partners.