We are looking for Contract Manager to be part of the Global Customer Projects, which is present in nearly all countries where Schneider Electric operates. We aim to be the first-in-class solutions provider covering all Geographies. You'll have a chance to work on a wide range of projects that have a meaningful purpose towards sustainability & efficiency.
The Contract Manager shall secure the tenders and contracts on the contractual, financial, and tax aspects both during the Selling and Delivery phases and in coordination with Legal and Finance corporate functions. You will be joining project teams supporting complex projects, at both tendering and execution phases, within a very stimulating cross-functional and multi-cultural environment. In this role, the Contract Manager shall:
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- Conduct comprehensive reviews of contractual terms and conditions.
- Engage directly in negotiations with clients, partners, and subcontractors to secure favorable terms and establish clear, enforceable obligations.
- Provide critical input into bid development and approval processes, ensuring alignment with corporate governance, risk appetite, and strategic objectives.
- Draft and review contractual correspondence to ensure clarity, consistency, and compliance with contractual rights and obligations.
- Actively support the identification, assessment, and mitigation of contractual risks while advising on strategies to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
- Manage and document contractual changes, including scope variations and schedule adjustments, through formal amendments and change orders.
- Lead the preparation, strategy development, and execution of claims-whether pursuing entitlements or defending against disputes-ensuring robust documentation and alignment with contractual provisions.
- Implement and promote internal guidelines and best practices related to change order and claim management, driving consistency and excellence across projects.
- Mentor and coach project and operational teams on contract management principles, fostering a culture of accountability, awareness, and strategic thinking.
- Drive a shift toward proactive risk and contract management, embedding these disciplines as integral components of project delivery and organizational culture.
Qualifications
- Qualified to a degree level in business, engineering, law, construction, finance, or supply chain
- 5-7 years' experience in Contract Management.
- Preferably possessing a contract management certification.
Language requirements
- Fluent in English (verbal and written). Arabic (verbal and written).
Skills requirement:
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a focus on finding practical solutions to complex issues.
- Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written.
- Able to challenge ideas, influence others, and gain stakeholder support.
- Confident in making decisions and recommendations, even when information is incomplete or unclear.
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