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Southern Company

Contracts Agent

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Contract Agent - SCS Enterprise Services Supply Chain Management Transaction Team This position will be located in Atlanta, GA Presence at office a minimum of 4 days per week is required. JOB SUMMARY ...

Southern Company

Contracts Agent

Alma, GA · On-site

Contract Agent - SCS Enterprise Services Supply Chain Management Transaction Team This position will be located in Atlanta, GA Presence at office a minimum of 4 days per week is required. JOB SUMMARY ...

Johnson Service Group

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Southern Company

Contracts Agent

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Contracts Agent - SCS Enterprise Services Supply Chain Management Transaction Team This position ... Contract law and drafting * Legal and commercial negotiation * Self-motivated and ability to work ...

Southern Company

Contracts Agent

Alma, GA · On-site

Contracts Agent - SCS Enterprise Services Supply Chain Management Transaction Team This position ... Contract law and drafting * Legal and commercial negotiation * Self-motivated and ability to work ...

fpcusa

Contracting Agent I

Livingston, NJ

CONTRACTING AGENT I POSITION OBJECTIVE This petro-chemical industry contracting agent position ... Verify the correctness of Contract/PO documentation and properly issue the Notice of Award and ...

Formosa Plastics

Contracting Agent I

Livingston, NJ · On-site

$62K - $85K/yr

CONTRACTING AGENT I POSITION OBJECTIVE This petro-chemical industry contracting agent position ... Verify the correctness of Contract/PO documentation and properly issue the Notice of Award and ...

Formosa Plastics

CONTRACTING AGENT I

Livingston, NJ · On-site

Contracting Agent I This petro-chemical industry Buyer position exists to perform the assigned ... Verify the correctness of Contract/PO documentation and properly issue the Notice of Award and ...

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How much do contract agent jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract agent in the United States is $137,900.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,000.00 and $287,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract agent?

To thrive as a Contract Agent, you need expertise in contract law, negotiation, and procurement, often supported by a bachelor’s degree in business, law, or a related field. Familiarity with contract management software, e-procurement systems, and certifications like Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) are commonly expected. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills are vital for this role. These competencies ensure contracts are compliant, risks are minimized, and business objectives are successfully achieved.

What are some common challenges contract agents face when managing multiple contracts simultaneously?

Contract Agents often juggle several contracts at once, which can present challenges such as tracking deadlines, ensuring compliance with varying terms, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders. Effective organization and strong communication skills are essential for prioritizing tasks and resolving any discrepancies or ambiguities in contract language. Utilizing contract management software and maintaining clear documentation can help minimize errors and ensure all obligations are met in a timely manner.

What is a contract agent?

Contract agents are employees who are hired on a fixed-term basis to work for an organization, typically within the public sector or international institutions like the European Union. They are employed under specific contracts rather than being permanent staff, and their roles can range from administrative support to technical or policy-based positions. Contract agents often have different terms of employment, benefits, and job security compared to permanent staff, but they play a vital role in supporting the organization's operations. Their contracts can sometimes be renewed or lead to longer-term opportunities depending on performance and organizational needs.

What is the difference between Contract Agent vs Contract Specialist?

AspectContract AgentContract Specialist
Required CredentialsTypically high school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certifications in procurement or contractingBachelor's degree often in business, law, or related field; certifications like NCMA or DAWIA are common
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, defense contractors, or private firms handling procurementGovernment agencies, defense, or corporate sectors managing contract development and administration
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in government and defense sectorsWidely used in government, defense, and corporate procurement departments

While both roles involve procurement and contract management, Contract Agents often focus on executing and supporting contract processes, whereas Contract Specialists handle detailed contract development, negotiations, and compliance. The roles overlap but differ mainly in scope and level of responsibility.

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Infographic showing various Contract Agent job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $137,900 per year, or $66.3 per hour.

Contracts Agent

Southern Company

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Posted 20 days ago

Southern Company rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Contract Agent - SCS Enterprise Services
Supply Chain Management Transaction Team
This position will be located in Atlanta, GA 
Presence at office a minimum of 4 days per week is required.
JOB SUMMARY
This position will provide daily contracting and sourcing support (request for proposal, negotiations, contract development, risk mitigation, tracking, analysis) to meet the acquisition needs for services and materials.  This position will also work closely with our category management strategies in support of contracting requirements.
 
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Duties will include the daily support of all sourcing & contracting activities "from cradle to grave", including advising customers on Request for Information (RFI) and Request for Proposal (RFP) preparation, lead pre-bid meetings, review of offers upon receipt from bidders, cost & price analysis, negotiations, risk assessment, preparing contract documents and agreements; assists in contract administration, incorporation of changes, expediting & follow-up, disposition of claims, and contract closeout. 
  • Duties will require leading sourcing projects, assisting in developing and implementing strategic programs for the procurement of Equipment and Services.
  • Expectations include outstanding oral and written communications with ability to excel in high-level communications with Management at multiple levels.
  • Develop the sourcing strategy for low to high risk services.  A typical agent will support ~(20 - 25) active projects concurrently with defined turnaround parameters (Target Days) for all contract related documents (RFPs, Master Agreements, Non-Disclosure, Amendments, Statements of Work, etc.) throughout the year.
  • Manage relationships with the company's vendors and ensure efficient and transparent contracting and negotiation process to reduce costs, improve commercial terms and reduce duplication of efforts.
  • Work cross functionally to improve and streamline processes.
  • Ensure that overall risk is properly controlled and mitigated. 
  • Develop a detailed knowledge of the Southern Company and Operating Company procurement policies/procedures and have the capability to become a Subject Matter Expert (SME).
  • Expected to build and maintain a detailed knowledge and understanding of essential legal provisions, contract common law, contract formation issues, data security issues, remedies, liquidated damages, litigation avoidance, and dispute resolution.
  • Ensure all required terms and conditions are included in procurement documents and work with legal, risk management and financial services (accounting) to resolve contractor exceptions and issues in a timely manner.
  • Draft contract language, including special conditions for complex, non-standard purchases.
  • Identify and evaluate new sources of supply, domestic and globally, when necessary to meet customer needs, including performing market research and analysis.
  • Build and maintain a fundamental to proficient knowledge of our contracting systems utilized in daily support.
  • Conflict Resolution, the ability to engage and fix identified issues.
  • Maintain the primary interface with contractors in an ethical and respectful manner while protecting the company's interests.
 
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree required
    • BS in Business, Management, Finance, or Law is preferred
    • Formal education in contract language and law is highly preferred
 
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Contract law and drafting of terms and conditions (required)
  • Legal and commercial negotiation skills (required)
  • Self-motivated and ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Customer focused with ability to build and maintain relationships with internal customers, suppliers, contractors and other key stakeholders
  • Effectively handle tight deadlines, large workloads, and multiple projects with positive enthusiasm
  • Superior written and oral communication, to successfully negotiate contract terms and write such contracts in a clear, logical and concise manner
  • Candidate must have the ability and determination to support multiple projects under tight deadlines
  • Candidate must have effective influencing and consensus-building skills
  • Strategic focus on problem-solving
  • Excellent organizational skills are required to plan and manage assigned workload and customer expectations effectively to meet internal business unit requirements
  • Ability to think strategically and apply broad seasoned judgment to decisions
  • Highly Effective Communications skills
  • Strong Customer Service skills
  • Analytical and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to effectively work and participate in cross-functional and cross-company teams at all levels in the organization to ensure buy-in by multiple companies when working on system projects
 
Behavioral Attributes
  • Must demonstrate behaviors consistent with the Southern Company values
  • Self-motivated
  • Customer focused
  • Strong work ethic
  • Exhibits a strong sense of urgency 
  • Promotes teamwork
  • Practices ethical behavior
  • Displays creativity, initiative, and flexibility
  • Learns from and utilizes experience
 
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
  • Available to travel (occasionally) as needed which may require an overnight stay
  • Candidate must have a valid driver's license
 
BENEFITS
  • Competitive Pay
  • Excellent benefits packages which includes:
    • Medical and dental coverage
    • Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan
    • Performance-sharing plan
    • 401(k) plan with a generous company match
    • Bonus opportunities
    • Tuition Reimbursement
 
Please submit an updated resume with your application.
 
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Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com. 

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf. Additional and specific details about total compensation and benets will also be provided during the hiring process.


Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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