On behalf of one of our clients, we are looking for Contract Lead

On behalf of one of our clients, we are looking for Contract Lead
Pnr:  20460

Job Description:

• As a procurement professional in the Business Services Procurement category, you will together with the business line ensure the best commercial agreements by setting and realizing strategic directions and capitalize on market opportunities.
• A Contract Lead is responsible for Company’s procurement activities related to establish and manage agreements. Holds the mandate to legally commit the Company to suppliers. Here you will take on strategic procurement responsibilities and challenging tasks, through:
• LEAD CONTRACT ESTABLISHEMENT: Lead enquiry processes (strategy, enquiry, evaluation, negotiation) Implement and operationalize new agreements. Framework agreements, project specific contracts and call offs
• MANAGE AGREEMENT: Shape the future global contract portfolio through segment strategies together with business line and suppliers Identify business cases and drive change in contract relationship to maximize value for company
• Ensure contract compliance, identify, and manage risk (SSU, commercial, financial, local requirements)
• Stakeholder management in relevant business line together with Company Representative (CR) and Contract Owner (CO)
• Contribute to correct and optimal use of agreements in collaboration with Company Representative, including supporting the business line

• Bachelor/Master degree in supply chain management, finance, economics or law.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience within contracting work.
• Good communication skills (written and oral), in English and/or Norwegian.
• Are performance driven, have a strong interest for commercial aspects, being cost-conscious, are engaged and proactive, curious and have a high level of professional- as well as personal integrity
• Contribute to an attractive, inspiring, healthy and secure working environment, share experiences and help others to succeed, and being a caring colleague
• Address safety performance, caring for sustainability, engage and collaborate with our suppliers to avoid major accidents, reduce personal injuries, and reduce carbon footprint

• English
• Norwegian

• Permanent- or project employment with the best conditions.
• Access to the industry´s most exciting job opportunities
• Personal follow-up, mentoring and career guidance
• A large variety of project opportunities
• Good pension- and insurance schemes 
• A pleasant and positive work environment
• Access to both specific and general courses.