Responsible for business unit supplier performance management (SPM) of small to medium size/value contracts by identifying and maximizing value opportunities
Develop contract strategy within the business unit/COE
Define contract terms/conditions in accordance with company standards
Manage post award contract activities
Manage vendor performance and compliance
Ensure contract (terms/conditions) compliance; such as enforcing payment terms
Modify contract as necessary
Ensure contract close-out, extension or renewal (verify completion of work at close-out)
Manage small to medium size/value contracts through the entire life cycle
Provide performance metrics report on contract management performance/development and compliance
Point of contact to resolve contractual issues as required
Intervene, analyze, manage, and resolve business conflicts between the company and vendors
Identify and apply value maximizing opportunities
Partner with supply chain management to develop optimal contract terms
Manage PO specific work efforts (technical and commercial) in accordance with corporate policy
Ensure that signed contracts are communicated to all relevant parties to provide contract visibility, awareness, and interpretation to support implementation
Handle on-going issues and change management documenting appropriately
Interface with key customer, proactively insuring contractual compliance and performance
Collaborates with the SCM team to provide guidance on vendor selection
Ability to analyze current processes and make modifications utilizing CI principles
Support structuring of negotiations of contracts
Requirements
Associates degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, engineering or related discipline
3+ years experience in contract management techniques
Preferred Bachelor's degree
Ability to work autonomously
Strong project management skills
Demonstrated ability to influence and partner with key internal and external stakeholders
Excellent communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills