Contracts Manager

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Contracts Manager - Dublin - 3/6 Month Contract My Client, a major International telecoms and network company, are currently looking for a Contracts Manager to join the team to assist with the development and compliance of a number of ongoing and new contracts. The role will be based full time on site in Dublin and can offer a competitive daily rate. Role Background:The successful will be responsible for reviewing supplier requests for changes to the terms and conditions of contracts, assess risk of implementing changes, and recommend my clients response.You will also be required to draft and negotiate terms and conditions with new and existing suppliers.Act as the liaison among Sourcing Specialist, Business Partner, Legal and SupplierCoordination with the client Legal support to negotiate contract issue resolution with Supplier, and secure final approval of the appropriate AgreementWorking collaboratively with Sourcing Specialist to ensure that all contract document templates are properly prepared for Request for Proposal (RFPs)Resolve and respond to contractual related Supplier issues and/or questionsMeet with Legal counsel to clarify and negotiate complex Sourcing contractual issues and or other Supplier concerns.Interpret contractual rights and obligations to business partner and Sourcing Specialist.Manage supplier dispute resolution through formal or informal dispute resolution channels.Review and interpret Sourcing and Corporate Policy requirements. Required Skills:Demonstrated experience negotiating & managing agreements with significant annual spendStrong interpersonal and client-service skillsSelf-starter with ability to work independentlyStrong oral and written communication skillsStrong issue resolution and negotiation skillsStrong project management skillsAbility to manage multiple concurrent deliverables in a very dynamic and variable environment where business assumptions fluctuate frequentlyStrong understanding of procurement contract clauses and principles.Strong understanding of procurement contract risks and how to mitigate those risks.Excellent contract drafting skills in areas of Statement of Work (SOW)Desired Skills:Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) from the Institute of Supply Chain Management, or equivalentCertifications from the National Contract Management Association, or equivalent:Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM)Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM)Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management InstituteLean Six Sigma experience and/or certification