Job Title : Senior Contracts Specialist
Position Type : Right to Hire
Pay range : $47.90 - 58.69 / hr
Location : Framingham, MA
Work Type : 100% Remote, Local talent only; expected to go into the office 1-2 times a month
Job Summary :
- The Senior Contracts Specialist will be required to work in a team environment and independently, to draft or proofread and edit Statements of Work (SOWs) documents for both content and format within an established timeframe, and finalize SOWs in the area of Managed Services, Custom or Fixed Fee (milestones and / or deliverables to be completed in a set timeframe) and Staff Augmentation (T&M) type of engagements, as well as, amendments to SOWs between Client IT business units and Client's Preferred Providers for external contract labor.
Major Areas of Responsibility :
Drive Contract Excellence :
Facilitate stakeholder meetings (internal and external) to develop and / or clarify all business requirements / specifications, niche terms, etc. are captured, tracked and documented throughout the SOW / Amendment development processPrepare, negotiate, and manage IT Professional / Consulting Services contractsProvide training to relevant Service Delivery teams on contract processes to ensure content, approvals, and contract requirements are metWork effectively and efficiently with all levels of the organization from the time a request is received, sent for execution, fully executed copy received, and Purchase Order issued (as / when required)Review redlines, identify business and / or issues, and escalate appropriately, if necessaryCompare amendment to original SOW content and other supporting materialSenior Contracts Specialist assists as / when required to provide input to and / or update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), process improvements training material, contract forms, etc.Validate resource plan aligns with the existing rate card (roles, rates, and locations)Support contracting process for engagements exceedingM in value.Ensure Value Delivery :
Ensure service levels, metrics, and reporting requirements are included within SOWsIdentify, assist, and support issue resolution impacting completion of contracts, facilitate and administer the Vendor Management Exception processIncorporate lessons learned into operating procedures and contract form updatesImprove Contract Management :
Perform administrative functions such as; set-up / attending meetings, database / tracking entry, typing, redlining / format contracts, etc.Monitor, manage, and prioritize incoming requests for SOW reviewsManage and control document versions (internally and externally)Provide status updates and / or concerns via daily tracking sheet and team meetingsWork within a shared file management structureDevelop formal service level targets for labor-related engagements at both a Client IT origination level and contract level. Ensure service level reviews are incorporated into vendor governance programsWork with Legal and Procurement to ensure high-profile commercial agreements are prioritized as neededProvide oversight, validation, and negotiation of change order requestsProvide SMEs related to industry-relevant labor contracting best practicesWork with Legal and Procurement on continuous improvement efforts within the contracting processesAssists with special projects, as neededAdditional Detail :
This individual will need to work with multiple internal stakeholder parties to influence the appropriate level of detail, risk, and governance that will be required for each contract within scope.Judgement will be required when pushback is needed either with internal stakeholders or vendors to gain the desired outcome.Ability to understand the business objectives and independently resolve challenges to the business objectives.Escalation would be required when alignment cannot be obtained on a material matter within the contracting process.Minimum job skills needed to perform this job :
Self-motivated individual who has the capacity to build trust amongst colleagues and work as part of a teamAbility to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced environment, excellent time management and prioritization skills, detail-oriented, handle multiple contracts and projects simultaneously under tight deadlinesHigh level of responsiveness and exceptional interpersonal and communication skills; excellent customer servicePositive outlook, willingness to learn and contribute, commitment to personal growth, and a team-oriented attitude; the ability to adapt to new / evolving processesExcellent written communication skills, with clear and concise drafting skillsExcellent oral communication and effective negotiation skillsExcellent judgment as to business and legal matters, including appropriate escalation of issuesSolid understanding of legal terms and contract principlesAbility to transfer and apply prior business and / or legal expertiseExperience with developing service levels and incorporating them into both agreement and governance processes.Proficiency in making sound, reasonable judgmentsAbility to understand business details of internal clients' objectives, and willingness to research applicable legal best practices and apply them as appropriate to the contract processAbility to understand the business objectives and independently resolve challenges to the business objectivesAbility to conduct legal and other researchAdvanced proficient computer skills, including Word (i.e., redlining, tracking changes, and formatting contracts) and preferably, Excel, and ability to perform online research (required)ServiceNow and Jira experience (preferred)Agile Kanban experience (preferred)Minimum experience required to perform this job :
8 years' experience in IT corporate contractsMinimum of 4-6 years of experience drafting, negotiating, and executing IT Professional Services contractsHands-on experience independently drafting, negotiating, and managing various contract types (T&M, Fixed Fee & Managed Services)Extensive experience negotiating complex agreements that incorporate risk mitigation measures (SLAs, KPIs) and contract governance procedures to ensure value captureExperience working directly with attorneys and / or other third parties in both advisory and negotiation capacitiesBachelor's Degree / Law Degree or Paralegal experience (required)About The Company :
Off-Price Apparel and Home Retailer
A Fortune 500 company and the leading off-price apparel and home fashion retailer in the U.S. and worldwide. With over 4,500 stores in nine countries and four e-commerce sites, our client offers various products at unbeatable prices. The company is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and being a responsible corporate citizen.
About GTT :
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation's largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!
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Salary : $48 - $59
