Job Description
We are transforming the Global Strategic Sourcing Group and seeking dynamic professionals to join our team.
The Contract Manager (CM) position is responsible for contract development and management of all contractual documents, working in partnership with the Sourcing Specialist, Suppliers, internal Business and Legal Departments to negotiate and develop robust legal and commercial terms and conditions with Verizon's Suppliers.
The CM acts as an advisor and/or expert for contract-related issues and must apply critical thinking skills and work independently to make sound business decisions on behalf of the Company.
Key Responsibilities:
* Contract Development: Review Supplier requests for changes to the terms and conditions of contracts, assess risk of implementing changes, and recommend Verizon's response.
* Drafting and negotiating terms & conditions with Suppliers.
* Negotiating contract issue resolution with Supplier, and securing final approval of the appropriate Agreement.
* Ensuring that all contract document templates are properly prepared for Request for Proposal (RFPs).
* Resolving and responding to contractual related Supplier issues and/or questions.
Requirements:
* LLB, LLM, or BCL or equivalent Degree.
* Telecom Network or IT experience.
* Experience in contract management or category sourcing position.
* Experience negotiating & managing agreements with significant annual spend.
* Project management experience.
* Experience in managing multiple concurrent deliverables.
* Strong understanding of procurement contract clauses and principles.
* Strong understanding of procurement contract risks and how to mitigate those risks.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) from the Institute of Supply Chain Management, or equivalent Certifications from the National Contract Management Association, or equivalent: Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM, Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM) or Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)
* Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute Lean Six Sigma experience and/or certification.