Contract Specialist

*This role will start as a 6 month contract, with potential for extension*

*Travel will be required to Elk Valley and/or Vancouver*

About the role-

As a member of the Supply Chain Management team, the Contract Specialist supports day-to-day market testing initiatives, contract formation, administration, and compliance activities for materials, equipment, and services across our client's Canadian operations. You ensure contractual commitments are executed accurately, supplier performance is recorded, and all documentation is maintained in accordance with policy and applicable legislation.

To be successful, we are looking for an independent professional who excels in and contributes to a high-performance team environment. This person also has excellent collaboration and communication skills and can readily connect with internal and external stakeholders to deliver aligned solutions. We are looking for someone who has a continuous improvement mindset and can identify improvements to business processes and practices. Supply Chain Commercial and Contractual mastery and advanced negotiation skills are essential to the role.

Join this organization in Calgary, Alberta, or Sparwood in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. In both locations, you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it is biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone. Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about!

Travel is required amongst their active sites within the Elk Valley of British Columbia and Vancouver.

In this role you will

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
• Develop and execute the end-to-end competitive bid process, including strategy development, evaluation of proposals, recommendation for awards, formation and administration of contracts
• Negotiate contract terms and conditions while maintaining positive supplier relationships
• Identify, implement, and report on opportunities to improve the cost and performance of suppliers
• Evaluate and monitor contract performance to determine amendments, extensions, and compliance to contractual obligations including KPIs
• Coordinate with multiple stakeholders such as IT managers, teams, service fields, and corporate shared service groups regarding contract management strategies, options, and considerations throughout all stages of contract lifecycles
• Ensure adherence to company policies, processes, and work instructions
• Implement effective organizational change to ensure contract modifications are accurately evaluated, detailed, and approved
• Resolve issues that arise between suppliers and stakeholders

Requirements:

• Degree, diploma, certificate, or designation, such as Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) or a similar program; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience, including strategy development, competitive sourcing, contract formation/execution, and negotiation of technology agreements, such as SaaS subscriptions, cloud services agreements, software license agreements (on-prem), statements of work, service level agreements, data processing/privacy addenda, and security exhibits.
• Excellent digital literacy and experience with the Microsoft Office Suite®
• Ability to assist in the development and execution of supplier contract agreements and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Supply Chain or Purchasing related systems
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent

Additional Personal Characteristics

• High ethical standards; able to handle confidential information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; English proficiency required.
• Team-player mindset with a proactive, “roll-up-your-sleeves” attitude.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.