Global Contract Management Professional

2 weeks ago

Nigel, Gauteng, South Africa Alstom Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Global Contract Management Professional to join our team at Alstom. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional with a proven track record in contract management in a complex business environment.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing guidance on contract/claim management and risk mitigation strategies, ensuring proper record keeping and file preparation in support of robust claim files. You will work closely with project teams, sourcing legal counsels, and contract management teams worldwide to ensure seamless collaboration and effective communication.

Main Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement contract/claim management strategies in accordance with Alstom's business objectives.
  • Ensure timely issuance of contractual notices to customers/partners.
  • Establish and implement project-specific commercial procedures, particularly regarding correspondences, notifications, insurance, variation requests/orders, and claims preparation files.
  • Monitor/manages correspondence by analyzing (for and with Project Manager) incoming and outgoing correspondence to customers/partners.
Requirements

To perform this job successfully, you should have:

  • A minimum of 8 years of working experience in Contracts Management.
  • A proven track record in contract management in a complex business environment, ideally in similar business environments such as railways, construction, manufacturing, oil & gas, or energy.
  • Fluent in English – reading, writing, speaking (mandatory).
  • Advance MS Office skills.
  • Knowledge of Contract Management systems; Project Management software (Primavera and MS Projects); Excel Spreadsheet software, and Microsoft Office Word Processing software.
  • Hands-on experience in claims management, negotiations, and contract law.
  • Understanding of Project Management skills including process and procedures, customer interface, schedule management, scope management, commercial management, and personnel administration and negotiations.
  • Risk and opportunity experience.
  • Experience in cost recovery management.
  • Knowledge of professional and statutory rules and regulations associated with supply management procurement and projects in general.
Competencies & Skills

You should possess:

  • The ability to read and interpret contractual documents, including terms and conditions, planning, and technical specifications.
  • The ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • The ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization.
  • The ability to understand project financials and impact of contract/claim management on project's profitability.
  • The ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations.
  • The ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in writing, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • The ability to manage conflicting priorities.
  • The ability to be operationally effective and accountable.
  • The ability to work transversally and collaboratively in a strong spirit of teamwork.
  • Willingness and ability to be creative and bring forward new ideas and innovations.
  • The ability to communicate with precision and transparency.
  • Maintain high levels of ethics and compliance in dealing with both internal and external stakeholders.
Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of $100,000 - $120,000 per annum, depending on experience. In addition, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off. We are an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in.

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