Sourcing Contract Specialist
Waukesha, WI - USA
Job Summary
The INNIO Advantage:
INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable flexible transient decentralized modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation INNIO designs manufactures and services highperformance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers microgrids grid stabilization industrial energy and gas compression.
INNIO operates a global installed base across approximately 100 countries as of December 31 2025 supported by a resilient highmargin services business that delivers longterm recurring revenues across the full equipment lifecycle. As electricity demand acceleratesdriven by AI electrification and grid constraintsINNIO enables scalable behindthemeter power generation with high efficiency fast start capability strong transient performance and fuel flexibility including hydrogenready solutions. INNIO employs over 5000 people worldwide and is committed to moving energy forward.
Are you a contract professional who enjoys bringing structure consistency and process excellence to complex business environments This newly created Sourcing Contract Specialist role offers the opportunity to bridge legal procurement and supply chain functions while improving how supplier contracts are organized governed and executed. You will help develop best practices improve contract lifecycle management and create sustainable processes that support a growing global organization.
What youll do:
- Contract Administration & Governance
- Manage the full lifecycle of supplier contracts amendments statements of work and other sourcing agreements from drafting through execution.
- Maintain contract governance processes ensuring appropriate approvals compliance with company policies and accurate contract documentation.
- Monitor contract milestones renewals supplier obligations and key commercial commitments while improving overall contract visibility.
- Help standardize contract templates workflows and governance practices across the sourcing organization.
- Supplier & Procurement Support
- Partner with sourcing teams to support RFQs RFPs supplier negotiations and contract-related procurement initiatives.
- Coordinate with Legal Finance Operations and Global Commodity Leaders (GCLs) to ensure contracts are executed efficiently and remain aligned with business objectives.
- Track supplier contractual commitments performance metrics and agreed commercial terms to support supplier relationship management.
- Reporting Records & Process Improvement
- Maintain contract databases reporting tools and documentation systems to ensure accurate and accessible records.
- Generate insights and reports related to contract status renewals compliance metrics and sourcing activity.
- Drive improvements in contract lifecycle management processes governance and system utilization to enhance efficiency and consistency.
- Risk Management
- Support implementation of risk mitigation requirements within supplier agreements and sourcing activities.
- Assist with contract dispute documentation issue resolution support and governance reviews.
- Help identify and address contractual risks while promoting compliance and operational excellence.
What youll bring:
- Bachelors degree in Business Administration Supply Chain Management Procurement Legal Studies Finance or a related field preferred.
- 5 or more years of experience in contract administration paralegal/legal support procurement sourcing or supply chain with experience managing supplier or commercial contracts in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
- Experience managing commercial supplier or procurement-related contracts.
- Strong understanding of contract terms documentation control and business governance processes.
What will make you stand out.
- Paralegal or legal contract management experience.
- Experience with ERP systems and contract lifecycle management tools.
- Knowledge of SAP Ariba Coupa Oracle or similar contract management platforms.
- Experience working with supplier agreements procurement documentation and sourcing governance processes.
Additional Details:
- Location:Waukesha WI
- Work Schedule:Hybrid 3 days onsite per week (Tuesday Wednesday Thursday)
- Visa Sponsorship:This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the foreseeable future.
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INNIO offers a great work environment professional development challenging careers and competitive compensation. INNIO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national or ethnic origin gender (including pregnancy) sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
Required Experience:
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About Company
INNIO is empowering the transition to net zero – with energy solutions and services that are flexible, scalable, and resilient.