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The Senior Contracts Administrator is a skilled professional with detailed knowledge of contract formation and administration principles and concepts and has guided, developed, and influenced practice in Supply/Category Management including developing and leading contracting strategies from inception through award and close out for Services, Supplies, Engineering and Construction contracts. This role will assist with the development of an effective strategic sourcing strategy, develop application guidelines for vender selection, coordinate and conduct vendor kick-off meetings, ensure compliance of company and corporate Contract Administration policies, support the warranty management process, and build and maintain business relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
-Develop RFx packages and contractual commercial terms
-Evaluate and negotiate vendors proposals
-Assist in the development and implementation towards strategic sourcing strategies
-Maintain awareness of emerging technologies
-Challenge scopes of work and specifications to ensure design-to-cost methodology is applied
-Provide post-contract execution support to teams including assistance with vendor dispute resolution, performance management, incentives, liquidated damages penalty provisions, contract extensions, change orders, and terminations
Skills and Qualifications:
-Degree in Administration, Management, Commerce, Law, Engineering or related disciplines
-SCMP designation is an asset
-Minimum 10 years contract administration and strategic sourcing experience
-Experience managing continuous improvement projects
-Advanced English language proficiency
-Experience in leading large and complex contracts
-Advanced proficiency in MS Office
Work Location & Schedule:
-Saskatoon
-Occasional travel to McClean Lake Operations (approximately 2 - 4 times per year)