Senior Principal Contracts Specialist

Responsibilities

• Optimise and enhance Company s HSE performance throughout the contracting process
• Promote the Contracts function as a managed process which requires timely input from technical departments
• Ensure company-wide compliance with C & P processes and procedures reporting any non-conformities to line management
• Support end-users in development, presentation to MNR (where applicable) and implementation of Tender Strategies Act as focal point with all government authorities during end-to-end contracting process
• Actively follow relevant markets, gathering & using information received, & developing & maintaining market information systems to provide up-to-date details of both market conditions and contractors/suppliers
• Proactively build and maintain relationships with suppliers and service providers to secure positive, constructive, and cost-effective commercial agreements for the Company Ensure full compliance of all transactions with ERP implementation
• Provide contracts technical support on ERP matters
• Participate in ERP development project
• Assist Contracts Specialists in contract legal reviews, liaising with the Legal Dept
• Assisting as appropriate in settlement of disputes
• Mentor and/or Supervise Contracts Specialists in contract legal reviews, liaising with the Legal Dept
• Provide overall guidance to Contracts Specialists
• Draft and finalise appropriate contractual and commercial terms & conditions to best serve & protect Company s interests
• Review bids, participate in clarifications, conduct negotiations, and administer the award of contracts & contract amendments and provision of feedback to bidders
• Ensure all contracting activities meet audit requirements in compliance with Company policies and procedures and Kurdistan legislation to minimise any potential partner/audit claims or court actions Monitor contractors performance, promoting & attending service quality meetings, recording results and participating in supplier relationship management & supplier performance management activities
• Fulfil Tender Committee role at Tender Committee meetings
• Act for and represent Supply Chain Manager for Country Manager and other senior management interfacing as required
• Continuous monitoring and implementation of cost savings opportunities through the contracting process
• Demonstrate continued commitment to Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) excellence by complying with applicable policies, procedures and life-saving rules
• Identify and manage risks and support the investigation of incidents, hazards and near misses
• Working Conditions: Office based 4/4 rotation
• Only qualified candidates will be contacted

Desired Candidate Profile

Technical or Business graduate or CIPS equivalent Knowledge & understanding of contracts and procurement processes including ethical principles; bidder prequalification; invitation to tender; comparative evaluation of contractors; & award, management, amendment & close out of contracts. Appropriate practical experience in preparation and negotiation of complex technical contracts in the oil or petrochemical industries. Demonstrable general knowledge & understanding of the technologies utilised by oil and gas operators. Demonstrable general knowledge & understanding of commercial, legal and insurance issues affecting the Company in general, & in depth understanding where relevant to contracts for works, goods & services. Extensive & detailed knowledge & understanding of model contract conditions in use by the Company with particular emphasis on the liability, indemnity & insurances regime applied by the Company. In depth knowledge & understanding of different means of contractor remuneration & their commercial implications, practical experience of their use, & sound ability to select & draft appropriate provisions. Basic understanding of the technical domain in which the job-holder s clients operate. Understanding of the specific supply market relating to the domain in which the job-holder s clients operate. General knowledge & understanding of Company s business functions, with in depth understanding of the Contracts function & how it adds value, and a commitment to deliver added value. Ability & willingness to effectively challenge the views of contractors & clients and negotiate reasonable settlements whilst maintaining good relationships & sharing expertise & knowledge as appropriate. Ability & willingness to facilitate/chair any meetings required to conduct the activities of the job. Ability & willingness to effectively coach & develop less experienced team members.