We're seeking a highly motivated and experienced Contract Specialist to join our team. As a Contract Specialist, you will be responsible for negotiating, coordinating, preparing, and administering all contracts, as well as coordinating the preparation of bids, onboarding of suppliers, and maintaining contracts files in accordance with company policies. Additionally, you will evaluate contractual provisions to ensure that business, cyber security, privacy, legal, vendor compliance, and purchasing requirements are adequately represented, service level expectations are addressed, and cost commitments are documented and understood by all relevant departments. Responsibilities: Participate in the development of the organization's contracts Anticipate contract issues/actions and provide contractual guidance to technical, business, and executive personnel that maximize cost effectiveness and minimize the Company's exposure to contractual and financial risk Review and analyze new contracts to ensure compliance with company objectives and standards Negotiate all aspects of all contracts between the company and external Suppliers Make recommendations and implement process and procedure improvements Maintain and monitor contract files to ensure compliance with company policy Work collaboratively with Cybersecurity to ensure continuous alignment between cybersecurity and Purchasing policy Work collaboratively with Privacy to ensure continuous alignment between Privacy and Purchasing policy Support company's Global operations in accordance with the One Procurement initiative Participate in supplier selection process Act as liaison for supplier and company communication Comply with all company policies and procedures Maintain organization skills in order to prioritize workload based on deadlines, importance, and visibility Continually self-educate to maintain a current understanding of the ever-changing products, contracting standards, and governance Clearly and professionally communicate with team members across the organization, including frequent conversations with Executive level officers Gather supplier information from other company departments, as well as outside vendors Perform other duties as assigned Conform with all company policies and procedures Qualifications: Detailed understanding of model contracts clauses, data protection requirements, cyber security requirements, privacy requirements, and legal requirements Familiar with a variety of Purchasing concepts, practices, and procedures Familiarity with the contracts law, CFPB, SSAE18, GLBA, state specific privacy regulations, confidentiality, limitation of liability, indemnification, foreign corrupt practices act, office of foreign asset control, representations and warranties, and other contractual compliance policies Strong understanding of IT technology projects and software licensing/hardware/ maintenance contracts Relies on extensive skill and judgment to plan and accomplish goals Working knowledge of contract development, contract negotiation, contract related duties and responsibilities Working knowledge of purchasing related duties and responsibilities Ability to comprehend and explain a variety of product and service pricing structures Strong negotiating skills, analytical ability, and excellent verbal and written communication skills Must have tact and diplomacy in dealing with vendors and internal customers Ability to build and maintain relationships Strong organizational and project management skills Bachelor's Degree in relevant studies in related field required 3-5 years contract professional or legal experience required Normal office environment subject to stressful situations If you're excited about the opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, and have a passion for contracts and negotiating, we want to hear from you! Apply today to join our team.

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $77900.00 - 98700.00 Per Year

Education Level: Bachelor's degree