Description:
SPM Contract Manager II (Required to be onsite 3 days per week)
Responsible for business unit supplier performance management (SPM) of medium to large size/value contracts by identifying and maximizing value opportunities.
Key Accountabilities: Lead the development of a contract strategy within the business unit/COE
Define contract terms/conditions in accordance with company standards
Manage post award contract activities: Manage vendor performance & compliance
Ensure contract (terms/conditions) compliance; such as enforcing payment terms;
Modify contract as necessary; Ensure contract close-out, extension or renewal (verify completion of work at close-out)
Manage medium and high contracts through the entire life cycle
Provide performance metrics report on contract management performance/development & compliance
Intervenes, analyzes, manages and resolves business conflicts between the company and vendors
Point of contact to resolve contractual issues as required
Identify and apply value maximizing opportunities
Partner with supply chain management to develop optimal contract terms
Manage PO specific work efforts (technical and commercial) in accordance with corporate policy
Ensure that signed contracts are communicated to all relevant parties to provide contract visibility, awareness, and interpretation to support implementation.
Handle on-going issues and change management documenting appropriately
Interface with key customer, proactively ensuring contractual compliance and performance
Collaborates with the SCM team to provide guidance on vendor selection
Ability to analyze current processes and make modifications utilizing CI principles; Support structuring of negotiations of contracts
Supports development of SPM value targets and tracks performance to goals
Mentors other Contract Managers and supports their work as necessary.
Qualifications:
Associate's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, engineering or related discipline
5+ years' experience in contract management techniques
Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree
Ability to work autonomously
Strong project management skills
Demonstrated ability to influence and partner with key internal and external stakeholders
Experience leading a team or large project
Excellent communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills
Acute attention to detail Negotiation/influencing skills
Proficiency in the following software: MicroSoft Office, SAP, Maximo, SRM
Benefits:
Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.
Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.
Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.
401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first of the month following at least 1 calendar year after employment begins.
Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.
Company Description
Synectics is a leading staffing and workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top organizations. We specialize in IT, engineering, finance, healthcare, and professional services recruitment, offering both contract and permanent staffing solutions. With a people-first approach, we focus on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates to create long-term, successful matches. Our mission is to empower businesses with the right talent while helping professionals achieve rewarding career opportunities