Contracts Procurement Specialist- Part time

Job overview:

Exostar is looking for part-time assistance to manage customer contracts and procurement agreements. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience and will be responsible for overseeing the entire procurement and contract lifecycle. This includes creating, negotiating, executing, and monitoring contracts with vendors and customers to ensure compliance with company policies and legal regulations. The role involves negotiating contract terms, managing contract compliance, and resolving any disputes in collaboration with the Vice President of Legal and Contracts. The goal is to ensure the organization sells its solutions according to company policy and acquires goods and services at the best possible price and quality.

Responsibilities:

Your day if you join us:

Contract Development:

• Drafting and reviewing responses to Request for Proposals (RFPs) and purchase orders based on departmental needs. 
• Developing/revising contract terms and conditions, including pricing structures, payment terms, delivery schedules, and performance metrics. 

Contract Negotiation:

• Negotiating contract details with customers and vendors to achieve the best possible terms for the organization. 
• Addressing any concerns or discrepancies raised by the counterparty during the negotiation process. 
• Securing favorable pricing and contractual obligations. 

Contract Administration:

• Monitoring contract compliance by tracking vendor performance against agreed-upon terms and conditions. 
• Managing contract amendments and change orders, ensuring proper documentation and approval processes are followed. 
• Resolving contract disputes and addressing any issues that arise with vendors and customers. 

Basic Qualifications:

You are a great fit for this role if you:

• Strong understanding of procurement principles and contract law

• Over 2 years of experience in contracts or procurement

• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple contracts and prioritize tasks effectively
• Proficient in contract management software and procurement systems 

 Preferred Qualifications:

You are exactly who we are looking for if you:

• Prior experience in a procurement or contract management role within a company or organization. 
• Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and compliance requirements in one or more highly regulated industry is a plus. 
• Bachelor's degree

Exostar - The Company:

Exostar’s cloud-based platforms create exclusive communities within the Aerospace and Defense, Life Sciences, and other highly regulated industries where members securely collaborate, share information, and operate compliantly. Within these communities we build trust. By analyzing community data, we provide insights and intelligence, enabling organizations to make better, timelier decisions, to mitigate risk, and operate more efficiently.

• We believe in employee development: we promote internally and provide training and educational assistance
• We provide a fun, engaged workplace, with social and community-building events
• We offer comprehensive benefits and flexible time off plans

Exostar - The Employer:

• We believe in employee development: we promote internally and provide training and educational assistance
• We provide a fun, engaged workplace, with monthly social and community-building events
• We offer comprehensive benefits and PTO plans, including a holiday break between Christmas and New Year’s Day

Exostar is an Equal Employment Employer.  The company provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability status or genetic information.  Exostar is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons in all facets of employment including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, training, benefits, transfers and working conditions