Contract Specialist

Description:

• Supports category strategy and maximizes value by touching the end-to-end requisitioning process depending on established purchasing policies and spending thresholds
• Reviews low-to-medium spend and recommends to Strategic Sourcing Leader opportunities to leverage relationships with strategic suppliers
• Supports in conducting sourcing events for mid-low Tail Spend Opportunities.
• Review business requirements, category strategy, and available market to determine the appropriate suppliers to conduct sourcing buying activities
• Executes one-off buys and competitive bid events (e.g., RFQ) for small to medium sized projects that efficiently desire execution, resulting in execution of PO with the selected supplier(s).
• Evaluate supplier bids and provide an award recommendation to the end user(s)
• Conducts first-level contract discussions with suppliers and escalates to Legal and Sourcing Leaders to resolve supplier issues with Standard PO T&C’s
• Works closely with business stakeholders to understand needs, specifications, and timelines for indirect goods & services requested and communicate expectations to suppliers
• Monitors contract and pricing compliance between suppliers
• Communicate with suppliers to ensure delivery requirements are met to support business needs and communicate proactively with internal departments any sourcing or delay issues
• Maintain procurement records such as: items or services purchased, costs, delivery details, product quality or performance, etc.
• Review Spend Analytics to identify tail spend sourcing opportunities

Skills:

Procurement, Supply chain, strategic sourcing, Contract, rfp, Purchasing, Negotiation, Vendor management, Sap, contracts management, vendor risk, negotiation skills, negotiation and interpersonal skills

Top Skills Details:

Procurement,Supply chain,strategic sourcing,Contract,rfp

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or related field
• Knowledge of purchasing practices and procedures including MRP/ERP logic
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience within an Indirect Strategic Sourcing and procurement organization
• A minimum of 3-5 years evaluating and negotiating contract terms
• SAP experience is a plus

Experience Level:

Intermediate Level

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.