Contracts Administrator

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Contracts Administrator
The candidate will manage and administer University contracts, negotiate, review and draft complex and unique language, and approve contracts up to $50,000. Will manage and maintain the department’s contracts database, develop best practices, and participate in process reengineering. Function as contracts team lead and provide the Procurement department with contracting support and guidance as necessary. Manage and administer University purchase requests, negotiate applicable terms and conditions, approve purchase orders up to $100,000, and issue encumbrances related to expenditure contracts. Train faculty, staff and students on contracting and procurement process. Should have Baccalaureate degree in business, accounting, finance or closely related field. Significant professional work experience that provides the same kind, amount and level of knowledge acquired in the required education, is substitute for the required baccalaureate degree. progressive experience drafting and negotiating unique and complex terms and conditions/contracts is essential. Excellent interpersonal, organization, and communication skills (oral and written) is essential. Knowledge and comprehensive understanding of theories, principles, and best practices of contracting is essential. Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite is essential. Juris Doctorate degree or advanced degree in business, accounting, finance, paralegal or other related field is preferred. Progressive professional experience in procurement is preferred. Knowledge and comprehensive understanding of theories, principles, and best practices of purchasing is preferred. Experience with contracting and purchasing in an institution of Higher Education is preferred. Familiarity with Banner or other Oracle-based financial system is desired. Experience developing and working with database reporting is desired. Excellent training skill is preferred.



Deadline: 10 December 2018

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