Buy Desk Manager Contracts Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Responsibilities:

• Review redline draft negotiation and processing of multiple contract types.
• Engage with the internal business partners to gather required data for sourcing projects or other initiatives.
• Ensure detailed accuracy of contract / project information and data content in the systems.
• Train & provide appropriate guidance on contracting principles and processes.
• Project management as a liaison for assigned projects including ensuring Buy Desk requirements are accounted for..
• Communication of the project and project status to relevant stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities that will expedite and simplify the procurement and contracting process for repetitive use and willingness to bring new perspectives to the team for procedural enhancement.
• Persuasive ability to align business partners to uphold appropriate contracting methodology and Client recommended parameters.
• Engagement with S2P (Source to Pay) initiatives within the Global Procurement Organization as a team liaison.
• Development responsibility of assigned category tools & resources and alignment with business partner coordination.

About You

Core / Primary Qualifications

• Advanced contract management / contract negotiation and drafting of legal terms & conditions experience required.
• Proficiency with strategic procurement sourcing supply chain life cycle essential.
• Eight (8) years experience in contract lifecycle management or applicable legal environment strongly preferred.
• Business finance procurement supply chain or related degree program experience is advantageous.
• Proficiency in use of contract management software electronic procurement supply chain and /or analytical software.
• Proven negotiation drafting and redline skillset a must.
• Demonstrate initiative to selfdiagnose and problem solve a broad range of project related issues.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications especially Word.
• Strong oral verbal presentation and written communication and interpersonal skills.