Job Description
Job Location: Houston, TX
Job Duration:18 Month on W2
Summary:
The main function of a Contracts Manager is to lead in determining and managing the sourcing strategy within a defined category or subcategories, identifying and engaging with senior stakeholders.
The Manager will oversee the sourcing process and materials/reports for management, as well as provide sourcing and procurement advice to business areas.
Job Responsibilities:
" Implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, product quality, or efficiency.
" Review operations and confer with technical or administrative staff to resolve production or processing problems.
" Develop and implement production tracking and quality control systems, analyzing production, quality control, and maintenance to detect production problems.
" Engage with stakeholders to understand business requirements and to define and implement the category strategy, plans and processes for sourcing goods and services.
" Maintain a detailed knowledge and understanding of the business drivers and have a comprehensive understanding of how they affect the business strategy.
" Manage key sourcing activities for business projects, ensuring timely delivery and budgeting with appropriate risk management.
" Develop and maintain long-term relationships with key existing strategic suppliers and identify potential new partners.
" Monitor compliance with the business' sourcing process, acting as an internal consultant for each stage in the process.
Skills:
" Verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and problem solving skills.
" Ability to work independently and manage one s time.
" Understanding of procurement and sourcing techniques and supply chain management
" Experience in procurement, purchasing or related field
Education/Experience:
" High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, or related field.
" 2 - 4 years experience required.