We are seeking an experienced Senior Contract Manager to lead and oversee all contract activities, including contract creation, administration, renewal, and closure. This role will manage the full lifecycle of contracts, ensuring compliance with terms and mitigating risks. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, legal, finance, and end users, to address any contract-related claims, variations, or terminations and drive continuous improvement in contract management practices.
- Lead end-to-end contract lifecycle management, ensuring adherence to all terms and working closely with project managers, legal counsel, and finance on contract-related matters.
- Oversee contract preparation per company standards, coordinating with legal and stakeholders as needed.
- Manage contract variations, collaborating with end users to address issues and maintain accurate contract records.
- Report on contract status to senior management and monitor contract performance, renewals, and terminations.
- Assess risks in contract terms and provide recommendations to mitigate these risks.
- Guide and mentor a team of contract management professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, policies, and procedures in contracting activities.
- Identify and mitigate risks, including supply chain disruptions and financial exposure.
- Implement performance indicators for contract management processes and ensure continuous staff development with the Training & Development Department.
- Uphold company policies, ensuring confidentiality, privacy, and alignment with corporate excellence standards.
Requirements
To be considerd for this role, you need to meet the following criteria:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field. A Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) is preferred.
- If with a Bachelor’s degree, you must have 8 to 12 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
- If you have a Master's degree: 4 to 6 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
Must have worked in industrial/power/engineering firms in the GCC
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