Contract Management Assistant Manager

Job Purpose

Jobs at this level are responsible for developing long - term supplier relationships as appropriate for the commercial benefit of STC. They are also responsible for resolving complex problems with major suppliers and acting as a point of reference for queries.

Job Responsibility

Procurement:
    Resolve complex problems with major suppliers and ensures high annual volumes of procurements with minimum bottlenecks.
    Supervise maintenance of accurate records and ensures that a complete audit trail is maintained for all purchases. 
    Identify and suggests improvements to work activities and processes to increase the efficiency of procurement and commercial activities. 
    Supervise purchasing requirements and project specifications with sector management and suppliers.
    Track supply market trends (competitive pressures, new entrants, substituting products or services, changes in the value chain).

Contract & Negotiation:
    Develop relationships with large suppliers to increase benefits for STC such as timely delivery and lower prices for goods and services.
    Analyse and selects suppliers in discussion with the reporting manager, signs off on small purchase orders and ensures that agreed service levels are met.
    Supervise preparation of bid packages for Customer proposals.
    Enable STC to leverage all beneficial contractual terms to maximize impact and return.
    Ensure negotiations with suppliers on the prices of goods and services using standard contracts and set variables adhering to procurement and commercial policies.
    Act as a point of contact and manages relationships internally with Finance Sector and Legal General Directorate to resolve commercial, contracting problems and resolving queries in a quick and effective manner.

Generic Role:
    Coordinate across a number of work units within the specified area of work, to ensure efficient work-flows and accurate outputs. 
    Manage projects and initiatives, as may be required by the reporting senior.
    Contribute in setting basic standards of quality of goods/service to be adhered by the goods/service providers.
    Communicate reports on department and service delivery status on a periodic basis.
    Analyse reports and metrics to identify potential issues and undertakes preventive measures to mitigate relevant operational and business risks.
    Develop and supervises the respective team members, if needed, for undertaking higher responsibilities.

Job Responsibility (cont.)

Years of Experience

5+ Years of Expereince

Nature of Experience

Prior experience within the telecommunications industry or a similar fast-paced environment.

Job Band

Sr. Professional

Skills

• Knowledge of contract preparation, review, and administration.
• Vendor relationship management and procurement processes.
• Understanding of legal contract compliance and risk management.
• Proficiency in negotiation strategies and contract lifecycle management tools.
• Financial acumen related to contract budgeting and cost control.

Education

Additional Education

Certifications

• Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) is recommended.
• Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM) is recommended.