CONTRACTS ADVISER

Our client, a global oil and gas operator is seeking a Contract Adviser to join their team. This is a PAYE 12 Month contract position based full time in Aberdeen.

Purpose of Role:

This role oversees the plan, source, manage activities and provides ongoing support to Technical Owners post award.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the effective management of the agreed procurement portfolio within the specified Categories (or any other Category as may reasonably be requested from time to time)

To support the wider Supply Chain Team in the delivery of the category activity and associated targets

Plan phase deliverables include supporting category management and development, and assisting with the build of individual strategies for contracts of lower risk and value

Manage phase deliverables include:

Change management (administrative tasks associated with any contract amendments e.g., change orders)

Supporting with SRM for Tier 1 contracts (performance management, contract management and risk management)

Assessing and managing risk for Tier 2 - 4 contracts

Compliance responsibilities

Prepare ITT packages taking account of business risks and key business drivers; draft robust evaluation criteria; evaluate commercial elements of bids and assist with negotiations in accordance with company procedures

Liaise with key stakeholders to co-ordinate the compilation of robust contract award recommendations that fully justify the selection of the preferred supplier

Draft and develop Contracts and Contract Amendments including robust Contract Management Plans including Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) as required

Ensure implementation of Contractor HSES practices in close liaison with contract team

Identify and understand commercial / procurement needs from internal stakeholders and collaboratively proposes solutions that take account of market conditions, risks and business drivers

Build and maintain network in the market, being fully aware of forthcoming opportunities and supplier developments

Collaborate with:

Qualifications and Experience

Degree level (Business Management, Quantity Surveying or Law) and / or proven long term comprehensive experience within CP

MCIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) Qualification would be preferred but not mandatory

Work Experience

Preparing ITTs and drafting contract documents and award recommendations etc., preferably within the operations division within the energy industry

Appreciation of the technical aspects of offshore production operations

Proven experience in contract negotiations & tender evaluation

Skills

Effective communication skills

Proficient negotiation skills

Good interpersonal skills: able to fully participate in cross-functional teams and confidently operate with internal business and suppliers

Analytical / commercially minded

Data interpretation and reporting