JOB DESCRIPTION
A gas turbine company is looking for a Contract Specialist Business Process Lead to join their team. This person will play a key role in managing and improving contract- related processes within the supply chain and procurement functions. Primary Responsibilities: Contract Generation: Develops and manages contracts with vendors and suppliers, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal standards. Process Optimization: Identifies and implements improvements in contract management workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce risk. Cross-functional Collaboration: Works closely with legal, procurement, and supply chain teams to align contract strategies with business goals. Risk Assessment: Evaluates contract terms and business proposals for potential risks and recommends mitigation strategies. Benchmarking & Best Practices: Researches industry standards and integrates best practices into contract processes. Data Analysis: Uses data to identify opportunities for cost savings, improved supplier performance, and better inventory utilization.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
-Bachelors Degree -7-10 years of experience in contract negotiation and management, vendor management, risk assessment, and business process improvement -5+ years of experience creating and implementing processes, training within supply chain
NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
-Master's Degree -APICS/ASCM certified -Lean Six Sigma Black Belt -PMP