Contract Specialist Hybrid

Providence, RI - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 40 - 45

Posted on: 19 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

3-Month Contract/Temp Assignment

Location: Providence RI 02920 (Hybrid)

Start Date: February 9 2026

Hours: 8:30 AM 5:00 PM

Pay Rate: $40.00 - $45.00/hour

Our client is seeking a Contract Specialist to join our Strategic Procurement & Contracts (SPC) team. This role serves as a primary resource for processing contractual agreements related to procurement of goods and services. You will support multiple commodities and agreement types while working independently to review draft and negotiate terms that comply with university standards and policies.

As the Contract Specialist you will lead contract negotiations and achieve mutual agreement between parties. You must be capable of processing contracts based on both University-provided and supplier-provided terms while maintaining required contract language for university policies and regulatory compliance. You will partner with campus stakeholders to understand business needs and work with subject-matter experts to achieve project goals.

This position also provides guidance to other SPC team members and campus stakeholders on contract-related issues and business processes. You will manage requests through our enterprise contract management system (BCM) and perform various system support tasks.

Major Responsibility:

1. Contract Management - 85%

Review draft negotiate approve and prepare contract agreements submitted via the Contract Management system (BCM)
Apply university standard terms and conditions prior to routing agreements for execution
Serve as liaison between campus partners departmental stakeholders supplier representatives and university subject matter experts
Perform internal and external review functions in BCM
Establish and improve communication channels with campus partners
Provide guidance and advice on basic contract review and best practices
Help partners understand contract risks and make recommendations to mitigate risks
Negotiate agreements with suppliers according to policies and procedures
Leverage subject matter experts as needed
Represent universitys best interests to outside parties concerning terms and conditions
Identify potential problems or risks and provide workable alternative solutions
Structure contracts to meet desired objectives and avoid unnecessary costs
Maintain relationships with key campus stakeholder groups
Identify appropriate stakeholders for specific contract discussions and negotiations
Perform research and gather information as needed
Work with other SPC team members to understand categories of goods and services
Coordinate contract reviews across different areas
Work with insurance staff to understand and communicate university insurance requirements
Ensure compliance and appropriate risk allocation
Promote compliance with policies procedures and state/federal regulations
Provide advice to campus partners regarding university policies and procedures

2. Contract Management System Support - 15%

Perform responsibilities related to Contract Manager Role within Jaggaer Contract Lifecycle Management System
Assist in monitoring contract request intake queue
Determine appropriate routing and reviewing office
Maintain working knowledge of university contract management system and training documentation
Monitor shared Contracts email box to respond to or redirect inquiries
Examine contract records in contract management system for accuracy and completeness
Endorse advocate and educate users on DocuSign feature in BCM

Requirements:

3 5 years of contract experience
Paralegal experience desired
Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

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What nextSource Provides:

Healthcare Benefits including Medical Prescription Vision & Dental Coverage United Healthcare
Voluntary STD & LTD New York Life
401(k) Retirement Planning Fidelity
Discount Program

*You are Eligible to participate in the benefits program if you are considered a full-time employee of nextSource working at least 30 hours per week on a consistent basis. Your coverage will be effective on the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment.

Required Experience:

3-Month Contract/Temp AssignmentLocation: Providence RI 02920 (Hybrid)Start Date: February 9 2026Hours: 8:30 AM 5:00 PMPay Rate: $40.00 - $45.00/hourOur client is seeking a Contract Specialist to join our Strategic Procurement & Contracts (SPC) team. This role serves as a primary resource for proce...