Contracts Manager

2 weeks ago


Dubai, United Arab Emirates Halian International Full time

Our client: A leading conglomerate in the UAE

**Job Purpose**:
The Contract Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing the entire lifecycle of vendor contracts related to an ERP transformation programme. The role requires a deep understanding of legal and business aspects, as well as a strong technical background to ensure that contracts meet the organization's needs and comply with relevant regulations.
- Essential roles & responsibilities:

- **Risk Management**:

- Identify and assess potential risks associated with programme vendor contracts.
- Develop strategies to mitigate risks and ensure contract compliance.
- Stay informed about changes in regulations and industry standards that may impact contracts.

**Cost Management**:

- Monitor and control costs associated with programme vendor contracts.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and optimization to ensure alignment with relevant programme budget.
- Collaborate with finance teams to ensure timely and accurate billing.
- Communication and Collaboration:

- Work closely with IT teams, legal, procurement, and other relevant departments as required.
- Provide regular updates to programme leadership on the status of contracts and vendor relationships.
- Communicate contract terms and conditions to stakeholders and ensure understanding.
- Facilitate training sessions on contract management best practices.

**Functional roles and responsibilities**:
**Contract Administration**:
Develop and implement processes for the administration and tracking of programme vendor contracts.
- Maintain a centralized repository for all programme vendor contracts and related documentation.
- Provide regular updates to the Programme and Governance forums on the performance of vendors against contract.
- Ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions throughout the contract lifecycle.
- Manage changes in scope or requirements and ensure that contract modifications are properly documented and approved.
- Participate in reviews of future vendor contracts, if any, to ensure technical and business requirements are defined.

**People Management roles and responsibilities**:
**Vendor Management**:

- Establish and maintain strong relationships with programme vendors. Perform regular reviews on contract performance and update as required.
- Monitor vendor performance against contractual obligations and SLAs.
- Work with vendors to resolve issues and discrepancies.

**Job Requirements**
**Education/certification and continued education**
Bachelor's degree in IT, Business, Law, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications are a plus.
- **Years of experience**:
Minimum 10+ years of experience and previously must have worked on transformation program
- **Knowledge & Skills**
- Proven experience in contract management or a related field, particularly with multiple concurrent vendors.
- Strong understanding of IT concepts, SaaS contracts, licensing management, technologies, change / transformation programme lifecycles and industry trends.
- Sound legal knowledge related to contracts and intellectual property.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
- Analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
- Familiarity with relevant regulations and compliance standards.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- History of working on a change/transformation programme or within a programme environment is desirable.

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