IT Contracts Manager

Responsibilities The Contract Owner has overall responsibility to manage contract life cycles by driving value and efficiency, while ensuring operational integrity. This role supports the procurement needs for (a specific commodity) within ExxonMobil. The Contract Owner will own and manage agreements in a specific category. The Contract Owner will optimize Total Cost of Ownership throughout the lifecycle of agreements. The Contract Owner will be responsible for Management of Change and Relationship Management of agreements throughout their lifetime. Key Duties Negotiates contract pricing and terms & conditions directly with suppliers while working with internal stakeholders, seeking lowest Total Cost of Ownership and appropriate mitigation of supply and legal risk. Manages Contract Leads on the development of contracts and bids. Executes Requisition to Pay (RtP) processes in full compliance with ExxonMobil procedures. Fully leverages Procurement processes and tools to ensure the most effective procurement method is utilized. Maintains agreement portfolio including scope updates, pricing, exhibits, and amendments. Ensures contract compliance and utilization - monitors supplier performance, troubleshoots issues. Ensures transactional efficiency of agreements by leveraging systems and technology. Identifies business value and other opportunities within the portfolio. Influences development and implements Category strategic and commercial guidance. Develops market expertise – follows market trends, knows the supplier landscape, and learns about the latest technologies. Identifies efficiencies by continually reviewing contract leakage, overheads, third‑party markups, etc. Tracks cost avoidance, cost mitigation, and business enhancement results. Drives a continuous improvement mindset within the broader team and with the stakeholder community and with suppliers. Skills & Qualifications A minimum of 5 years of contracting experience. Strong negotiation skills. Demonstrated leadership ability and excellent communication skills. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills including use of sound judgement. Ability to create strong working relationships with key stakeholders. Effective collaborator. Team player with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines. Oil and Gas Industry Procurement experience. International business experience. Demonstrated Commercial Experience with Bids, Auctions or Negotiations. Ability to lead with informal authority. Ability to analyze and communicate effectively. Ability to demonstrate a sense of urgency and personal ownership. Proven ability to advocate and influence at all levels of the organization. Analytical skills / understanding of Total Cost of Ownership concept. Proven project planning and execution skills. Experience with Purchase‑to‑Pay process. Experience with procurement methods including RFIs, competitive bids, auctions, etc. Experience using Enterprise Resource Planning systems. Demonstrated ability to identify, capture and apply industry‑leading information. Ability to identify and incorporate new information or insights to create opportunities. Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or other relevant Business or Engineering degree. Preferred Qualifications Experience in IT sales will be viewed as a plus. Benefits Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life. Savings Plan: You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Culture of Health: Programs and resources to support your wellbeing. Employee Health Advisory Program: Provides confidential professional counseling for you and your family, including tools and resources promoting mental health and resiliency at no additional cost to you. Disability Plan: Income replacement for when you cannot work due to illness or injury occurring on or off the job. Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. Equal Opportunity ExxonMobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Exxon Mobil