Contract Specialist

Purpose: This position is responsible for managing contracts, ensuring compliance with organizational policies & procedures, and providing contractual expertise to support business operations. Job Summary: The incumbent goal is to provide contractual support to the organization, ensuring that contracts are properly negotiated, executed, and managed. Main Responsibilities & Tasks Assist in preparing tender documents, arranging site visits, and issuing bulletins during the tendering stage Ensure that contract particulars are correctly entered into the ERP system for approval and that Blanket Purchase Agreements are signed by contractors & handed over to end users accordingly Expedite suppliers and end users to ensure prompt receipt of information in a timely manner & in line with procurement procedures Assist in preparing commercial bid reports and commercial clarifications Analyze end-user needs to identify repetitive orders and recommend establishing potential Blanket Purchase Agreements Assist in negotiating contracts with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions Monitor expiry of existing contracts and Blanket Purchase Agreements to ensure timely re-tendering & mobilization for new engagements Process variation requests to existing contracts and Blanket Purchase Agreements as requested by end users in line with procurement procedures Ensure that all procurement activities are consistent with approved tenders and contract procedural requirements Identify and mitigate contractual risks, develop & implement risk management strategies Implement business continuity plans, ensuring minimal disruption to contract management operations Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, maintaining accurate records & documentation Prepare and submit comprehensive contract reports, including contract performance & compliance Analyze contract data, identifying trends, opportunities for improvement, and developing recommendations for contract optimization Develop and implement contract metrics, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives & measuring contract performance and effectiveness Minimum Required Qualifications, Certificates & Skills Minimum Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, or related field At least 7 years of experience in contract management or related field Any relevant certification or training such as: Seniority level Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Purchasing Industries Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, Transportation Programs, and Truck Transportation Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Confidential Careers by 2x We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.#J-18808-Ljbffr