Contract Specialist

Roles and responsibilities

Purchases materials and equipment on a competitive basis as required by project or Company needs. The Senior Buyer is fully qualified to handle all but the most complex purchasing activities. Typical assignments include engineered and non-engineered items.

Additional Technical Information

Identify, solicit and select reliable sources of supply of materials, equipment and services to support project execution and provide the required services to Worley, and its clients.

Global Level Summary

Fully proficient level with full knowledge of the principles and practices within a discipline. Work is subject to practices and procedures and may require periodic review with other teams or work groups. Due to changing priorities or different situations encountered, the incumbent relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Decision Making

Working under minimal supervision, able to plan own work and accomplish varied and complex tasks with the ability to discover issues and recommend solutions.

Supervision Received

Works under supervision and self-initiated technical guidance with regular weekly to monthly interaction with supervisor. Work is not generally supervised in detail and amount of supervision varies depending upon the assignment. Broad duties assigned monthly. Work is occasionally reviewed for accuracy. Usually technical guidance is available to review work programs and advise on unusual features of assignment.

Supervision Authority

May assign activities and give technical guidance to a few staff for a common project.

Communication

Proficiently communicate ideas and concepts. Continue to develop the ability to influence participation in the preparation and delivery of proposals, presentations and reports.

Systems, Processes & Tools

Strong understanding of systems, processes and tools related to field. Able to assist others and troubleshoot issues.

Typical Qualifications

University Degree, or equivalent, in related field or applicable discipline, or equivalent relevant experience. Typically decent years of relevant experience.

Desired candidate profile

• Contract Management Expertise: In-depth knowledge of contract principles, terms, and conditions, including the ability to draft, review, and negotiate contracts.

• Procurement Knowledge: Understanding of procurement processes and best practices, including sourcing, supplier evaluation, and cost analysis.

• Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation abilities to secure favorable terms and pricing while maintaining positive supplier relationships.

• Legal Knowledge: Familiarity with contract law and regulations to ensure compliance and mitigate legal risks.

• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in reviewing contract documents and ensuring all terms and conditions are properly executed.

• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze procurement data and market trends to inform decision-making and optimize contract performance.

• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effectively interacting with suppliers, stakeholders, and internal teams.

• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational abilities to manage multiple contracts and procurement projects efficiently.

• Problem-Solving Abilities: Capacity to identify issues in the procurement process or contract performance and develop effective solutions.

• Collaboration Skills: Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including legal, finance, and operations, to ensure alignment and address contract-related concerns.