Contract Specialist II

About the role

Administers moderately complex contracts throughout life-cycle.

Qualifications

• Four years of office/business experience and two years of contract/procurement experience; OR
• Bachelor's degree to include business management and two years of office/business and contract/procurement experience
• Associate must complete all required training and be otherwise fully qualified to obtain contracting officer authority certification within 18 months of selection
• Bachelor's degree preferred in Business Administration, Business Management, or Supply Chain Management

Work location

Onsite at HQ in Dallas, Texas. Remote/telework not authorized.

Skills

• Microsoft Office Products (required)
• Oracle iProcurement System (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Develop, prepare, and administer moderately complex contracts, bids, and proposals
• Participate in contract negotiations and execute tactical sourcing activities
• Confirm necessary procedural controls exist
• Identify any potential risk or compliance issues
• Ensure all contract documentation is compliant with organizational and regulatory standards
• Prepare reports as needed
• Manage vendor relationship, monitoring vendor performance to include compliance, quality, and service
• Resolve associated issues promptly
• Collaborate with business units, suppliers, and key stakeholders
• Act as business advisor to internal customers
• Perform other duties as assigned