What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contract Specialist position at Convergenz?
Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience in purchasing, commercial contract negotiation, and supplier management environments
At least 5 years of hands-on experience procuring Software, Cloud, and SaaS solutions
Proven expertise in negotiation, analytical thinking, decision-making, and stakeholder relationship management
Experience leading end-to-end sourcing events, from strategy development through contract execution
Manage the full contract lifecycle for category suppliers, including contract initiation, execution, Statements of Work (SOWs), amendments, renewals, and terminations
Broad functional experience across supply chain, procurement, contracts, and project management
Participate in recurring category review meetings with internal teams and business partners to ensure alignment with strategic business initiatives
Ensure supplier and contract alignment with overall category strategies and organizational priorities
Execute category strategies while developing a robust sourcing pipeline and cost-optimization agreements
Own and manage internal stakeholder KPIs for assigned categories and support supplier scorecards for external partner performance
Demonstrated excellence in written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
Strong knowledge of purchasing systems, category management, and strategic sourcing methodologies
Experience with Workday Strategic Sourcing (ScoutRFP) and Workday
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint, with strong skills in Word for formatting and contract redlining
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We value diverse perspectives and actively seek to create an inclusive environment that celebrates the unique qualities of all employees.