Senior Contract Manager- Direct Hire

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Contract Manager in Baltimore, MD.

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Our client a Global leader in Telecommunications is seeking a Service Contract Manager who has a proven record of working with supply contracts. This person will handle the entire Procurement lifecycle steering negotiations from start to finish.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* 8 plus years of Procurement experience.

* Experience assessing budgetary parameters while executing cost analyses and volumetric projections for both commodities and services.
* Experience with supply sources and supplier evaluations

* Experience w contracts: understanding terms and conditions, full cycle contract contracting process including outputs and turnkey contract experience for services.

* Commercial management experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Supports all Procurement activities to ensure all orders and contracts are placed in a timely manner to ensure goods and services arrive on schedule.
Improves Supply Chain processes and supports the overall Supply Chain Organization
* Reviews and approves Purchase Orders within the procurement system in accordance with the Schedule of Authorization (SOA).
* Collaborates with project teams to negotiate favorable terms and conditions for contracts, including but not limited to pricing, delivery schedules, and quality standards. Ensure contracts align with project requirements and budget constraints and the requirements set by the Law Department.
* Utilizes strong financial acumen to analyze procurement data, manages budget targets, tracks expenses, and identifies cost-saving opportunities. Develops and implements strategies to optimize spending while maintaining quality and reliability.
* Ensures strict adherence to the SOA, company policies and procedures, and industry regulations throughout the procurement process. Ensures ethical practices are maintained and ensures adherence to relevant laws and regulations. Conducts regular audits to mitigate risks and maintain compliance standards.
* Manages all subcontractor commercial issues from development to fulfillment.

* Strong contract drafting and negotiating skills required.

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