Contract Specialist II – Sourcing/Procurement

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Review, prepare, and assess agreements prior to signing to ensure accuracy, performance requirements, delivery commitments, timelines, costs, and payment schedules.

• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, subject matter experts, and both internal and external stakeholders to confirm contract content and address discrepancies.

• Evaluate the necessity for legal review and consult with internal legal counsel as required.

• Assist the Senior Manager of Contract Management with intricate contracting issues.

• Create and deliver training on contract acumen and related policies.

• Address business stakeholder inquiries concerning contracting and compliance policies, procedures, risks, and contract status.

• Oversee the Pramata legal repository reporting.

• Develop and maintain playbooks, clause libraries, special terms and conditions, as well as client-specific requirements.

• Organize and troubleshoot files, logs, trackers, and documentation.

• Manage contractual documents utilizing Microsoft Word's tracked changes, redlining, contract comparisons, file versioning, and proofreading.

• Facilitate weekly contracting status calls with business leaders, if applicable.

• Oversee the contract administration email inbox.

• Assist in implementing contracting digitization within the legal repository.

• Collaborate with the legal repository vendor regarding features, updates, and rollouts.

• Perform related tasks as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Requires training and a solid understanding in legal, business administration, and/or contract management.

• Completion of a four (4) year Bachelor's Degree Program or Paralegal Certification is required.

• Five (5) to seven (7) years of direct experience in contracting and/or law firm experience is necessary.

• Proficient understanding of reading, writing, and interpreting the implications of contractual/legal terms and conditions.

• Experience in a procurement environment and/or sourcing indirect goods and services is preferred.

• Capability to manage multiple projects and priorities concurrently.

• Ability to analyze, identify, and draft contractual language when sections are absent.

• Exceptional proofreading skills and attention to detail.

• Strong problem-solving abilities.

• Advanced analytical skills concerning contract information and associated matters.

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Ability to assess risk, urgency, and prioritize tasks effectively.

• Strong presentation skills.

• Outstanding interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Proficient in computer software applications, particularly MS Word, MS Excel, and SharePoint.

• Experience with iCertis and/or Pramata software is preferred.

• Must be open to minimal travel, as necessary.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision care.

• Backup dependent care.

• Adoption assistance.

• Infertility coverage.

• Family building support.

• Behavioral health solutions.

• Paid parental leave.

• Paid caregiver leave.

• Training programs.

• Professional development resources.

• Mentorship programs.

• Employee resource groups.

• Volunteer activities.