Sr Contracts Representative

We are currently looking for a Sr. Contracts Representative for supporting BA Building Solutions in the EMEA and META regions (English speaking) reporting to BA Procurement ISC Global General Counsel. This position will be primarily responsible for negotiating government RFPs customer contracts and managing disputes & litigation (customer/ vendor/employment) that may crop up from time to time.

Honeywell Building Solutions (HBS) is a business unit under Honeywell International Inc. and is a leader in providing integrated automation and software solutions including process solutions building solutions and energy efficient solutions. HBS specializes in the service of critical building systems including heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) building automation fire security and energy management. HBS is now looking for a strong candidate who can work with the Sourcing teams in EMEA and META to negotiate agreements with various suppliers to successfully complete these large and complex projects.

The successful candidate will be part of theHBS Sourcing Leadership Teamand will assist in driving the business in EMEA and META.

The role is based in Prague.

This role will require the successful candidate to quickly obtain a solid understanding of the building solutions products and services. Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations is of great importance to this function. Also the candidate needs to understand apply and facilitate trainings regarding our internal approval and compliance policies. The successful candidate will attend important internal meetings with the Sourcing team to ensure alignment and assist with process improvements.

Job Responsibilities:

• Review customer contract terms and conditions and ensure that our subcontractors/suppliers accept the relevant points and ensure full back-to-back coverage with subcontractors/suppliers.
• Support sourcing negotiations to ensure subcontractor/supplier agrees to acceptable terms.
• Develop and improve on other sourcing contracting processes as required.
• Support Sourcing Leaders in any legal post-contract disputes with subcontractors/suppliers.
• Support our claims processes with subcontractors/suppliers as required identify and mitigate contractual and commercial risks.

Knowledge & Qualification:

• Solid knowledge of Construction law civil trade and contracting laws is a plus;
• Some knowledge of the Nordics and European regions would be a plus.

Education & Experience:

• Education: Legal degree or a comparable background e.g. Master in Construction Law etc.
• Any additional legal or commercial education is a bonus.
• Experience: 5 years in commercial business or industry preferably large companies in construction or technology industries.
• Experience with high quality high-cost products services and/or complex projects is a bonus.
• Experience in contractual dispute management.
• Sound experience in analyzing contract terms & conditions and intelligent assessment of risks.
• Strong contract negotiation and drafting skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Function as a team player friendly polite and self-motivated adaptable and goal-oriented willing to be a business enabler.

Our offer

• Enjoy 25 vacation days per year.
• Benefit plus Cafeteria available to employees to support their health and wellbeing incl. life insurance coverage employer contribution to pension scheme.
• Recognition & referral bonus programs.
• Comprehensive induction ongoing training and development to set you up for success in-house and external learning platforms supporting development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program - Free and confidential service to help with any difficulties regarding work life and personal or family matters.
• Frequent Employee Engagement activities fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform crucial job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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