Manager - Contracts Supply Chain

• Develop and implement procedures for contract management and administration in compliance with company policies
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, site and project managers, and senior management
• Oversee contracts from drafting all the way to execution, invoicing, renewal or extension and resolution of contract disputes
• Discuss, draft, review and negotiate the terms of variety of business contracts including budgets and timescales, ensuring that contracts are in line with corporate goals and objectives
• Analyse all requirements and provisions in contracts, including terms and conditions, to ensure compliance with all laws and regulations and company policies and procedures
• Ensure that signed contracts are communicated to all relevant parties to provide contract visibility and awareness, and to ensure that everyone understands their contractual obligations, roles and responsibilities
• Conduct analysis of new laws, regulations and contract trends to determine potential impact or commercial risk on the business; and advise senior management accordingly
• Liaise closely with the Legal Office to obtain advice on legal issues related to contractual arrangements
• Provide support and advice on new potential businesses opportunities
• Provide advice and guidance on contract matters to project managers or other operational staff, including training to new project managers and other employees in contracting practices and procedures
• Maintain contractual records and documentation such as receipt and control of all contract correspondence, contact information sheets, contractual changes, status reports and other documents for all projects
• Ensure the organization's internal contract documents are accurate and well maintained
• Monitor the performance of each signed contract ensuring that business goals are accomplished by contract implementation and that each project meet agreed technical standards
• Lead complex contract negotiations and manage all changes in and addendums to existing contracts
• Communicate and present information to stakeholders regarding contracts
• Provide leadership by supporting and mentoring the Contracts Officer as appropriate, and by contributing to the knowledge of the office through collaborative exchange
  

Experience & Education Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Business Management
• 10+ years of relevant experience out of which at least 2 years of previous experience as a contract manager or in a related position