Contract Agent

Contract Agent

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is a nationally recognized professional staffing and recruiting firm that is currently looking for an experienced and degreed Contracts Agent to fill a contract assignment in Birmingham, AL. The position exists to support the contracting needs of the Company's business units and to provide guidance to Company organizations to effectively procure and pay for goods and services. The position is responsible for the daily support of all sourcing and contracting activities "from cradle to grave", including managing the sourcing (RFI or RFP) process, negotiation and contracting, through contract closeout.

Duties will include the daily support of all sourcing & contracting activities "from cradle to grave," including advising customers and leading Request for Information (RFI) and Request for Proposal (RFP) preparation, leading pre-bid meetings, reviewing offers upon receipt from bidders, cost & price analysis, negotiations, risk assessment, preparing contract documents and agreements; assisting in contract administration, incorporation of changes, expediting & follow-up, disposition of claims, and contract closeout. Support a high volume of projects concurrently with defined turnaround parameters (target days) for all contract related documents (RFPs, Master Agreements, Non-Disclosure, Amendments, Statements of Work, etc.) Lead negotiations of all legal and commercial terms to ensure that overall risk is properly controlled and mitigated. Ensure all required terms and conditions are included in procurement documents and work with Legal, Risk Management and Accounting to resolve contractor exceptions and issues in a timely manner. Build and maintain a detailed knowledge and understanding of essential legal provisions, contract common law, contract formation issues, remedies, liquidated damages, litigation avoidance, and dispute resolution. Draft contract language, including special conditions for complex, non-standard purchases. Responsible for identification and evaluation of new sources of supply, domestic and globally, when necessary to meet customer needs, including performing market research and analysis. Collecting and coordinating the update of supplier information and required compliance documentation (safety records, certificates of insurance, etc.). Build and maintain a proficient knowledge of and consistently use our sourcing, contracting, procurement and payment systems (GEP, Maximo, Oracle). Resolve any conflicts that arise during the course of contract performance, including negotiating any contractual revisions that may be required. Communicate effectively with business partners at all levels of management regarding contract terms, status, and processes. Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and provide guidance to business partners on the Company procurement policies/procedures. Maintain the primary interface with contractors in an ethical and respectful manner while protecting the company's interest. Manage relationships with the Company's vendors and ensure efficient and transparent contracting and negotiation process to reduce costs, improve commercial terms and reduce duplication of efforts.

Must demonstrate behaviors consistent with the Company's values of unquestionable trust, superior performance, and total commitment. Self-motivated. Customer focused. Strong work ethic. Exhibits a strong sense of urgency. Promotes teamwork. Practices ethical behavior. Displays creativity, initiative, and flexibility. Learns from and utilizes experience. This position may require some bending, lifting, climbing, prolonged sitting, prolonged walking, walking on gravel or crawling when necessary.

JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.