VARITE is looking for a qualified Contract Manager for one of its clients located in Montgomery, AL 36104.
WHAT THE CLIENT DOES?
Department Office of Information Technology for State Client.
WHAT WE DO?
Established in the Year 2000, VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting & staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies. With 850+ global consultants, VARITE is committed to delivering excellence to its customers by leveraging its global experience and expertise in providing comprehensive scientific, engineering, technical, and non-technical staff augmentation and talent acquisition services.
HERE'S WHAT YOU’LL DO:
The Contracts Manager will establish and maintain agreements for contractual relationships both interagency and with IT service providers for the Office of Information Technology, State.
This role involves coordinating contract-related activities, including development, negotiation, amendments, renewals, execution, and contract performance monitoring, to ensure compliance with agreed terms and conditions.
Key Responsibilities:
Contract Lifecycle Management: Engage in the entire lifecycle of contracts, from drafting and negotiation to execution and termination, ensuring all terms and conditions align with organizational requirements.
Contract Compliance Monitoring: Monitor adherence to contract terms and validate SLA penalties or incentives as needed.
Amendment and Renegotiation: Prepare, negotiate, and implement contract amendments to accommodate changes in project scope or organizational needs, ensuring continued alignment with business objectives.
Risk and Issue Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with contract execution and vendor management, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO WIN:
Skills Required
Manages the entire contractual relationship with IT service providers. Serves as a liaison between the IT service provider and OIT or OIT clients. Supports multiple contracts or complex enterprise agreements. Works on projects that range in size, complexity and contract duration. May coordinate or manage the work of others.
Skills Preferred
Advanced knowledge of IT service management and delivery frameworks. Familiarity with state and federal regulations governing contract management and the CMBOK. Professional certification in contract management (e.g., CFCM, CPCM). Proficiency with contract management software (e.g., Coupa, SAP Ariba) and project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA). Experience in budget management and financial oversight within a contracting context. Strong analytical skills and ability to make data-driven decisions.
Experience Required
Typically has 6 or more years of contract management experience.
Experience Preferred
Over 3 years of recent experience in managing contracts within a governmental or large-scale organization, particularly in the IT sector. Proven track record of successfully managing IT goods and service contracts.
Education Required
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or other related field.
Education Preferred
Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Contract Management, or a related field.
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