Contract Specialist

OxyChem Contract Specialist OpportunityAt OxyChem, our chemistry makes modern life possible, and it is our people who make the difference. We are a safety-first, purpose-driven team committed to innovation, environmental responsibility, and doing things the right way. If you are ready to contribute, elevate your skills, and take ownership of your career, OxyChem offers the opportunity to make a difference every day.OxyChem, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading producer of essential chemistry with operations in the U.S., Canada and Latin America. OxyChem's products play an essential role in everyday life, supporting critical applications in water treatment, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, personal hygiene, and residential and commercial construction. OxyChem actively participates in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Voluntary Protection Program, underscoring our commitment to safety. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, OxyChem is a top three U.S. manufacturer of polyvinyl chloride, chlor-alkali and chlorinated organic chemicals, and calcium chloride.In a fast-paced industry that demands precision, we create a supportive workplace where the safety and well-being of our employees are paramount. We are committed to rewarding top performers, offering very competitive pay and benefits, and providing tremendous career development opportunities.Essential Job DutiesUnder the supervision of the General Manager, candidate is responsible for supporting the commercial organization through the administration, analysis, and lifecycle management of customer contracts. This role ensures end to end lifecycle management of customer contracts with a primary focus on streamlining sales contract processes. The ideal candidate combines strong contract administration expertise with systems thinking and continuous improvement capability. The Contract Specialist works cross functionally to support sales and business area execution while enabling scalable, standardized, and technology-enabled contract processes.Contract Administration & Lifecycle ManagementOwn and manage the end to end contract process, including contract Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with all functional groupsCoordinate contract review, approval routing, and execution in accordance with company delegation of authority and internal controlsMaintain contract records, amendments, and supporting documentation within CRM and contract management systemsTrack contract milestones such as expiration dates and overall contract agingEvaluate existing contract flows to identify necessary process improvements including alternative contract management systemsLead efforts to evaluate, implement, or optimize CLM solutions including workflow design, templates, and automationCompliance SupportCoordinate with internal stakeholders (Legal, Finance) to ensure contracts comply with internal policies and regulatory requirementsSupport audits and internal reviews by providing contract documentation and data as requiredEnsure contract terms align with approved commercial strategies and risk guidelinesSales & Business SupportServe as a primary point of contact for the sales organization regarding contract status and efficient, timely contract executionRedesign processes to accelerate contract turnaround and improve approval efficiencyCommunicate contract updates and change implementation to leadership stakeholdersReporting, Analytics & Process ImprovementTrack and report with process KPIs on contract cycle times and compliance metricsIdentify opportunities to improve contract workflows, reduce cycle time, and standardize documentationLead and develop system transformation goals, testing, and training related to contract or CRM tools related to contractsHold ownership in the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures for contract processesSafety & Governance AlignmentEnsure all contract activities align with company HESS (Health, Environment, Safety, Security) principlesAdhere to record retention, data privacy, and governance standards applicable to company guidelinesRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Business Analysis, Finance, Legal Studies or related field (or equivalent experience)5 years of experience in contract administration, demonstrated experience with CLM platforms, sales and commercial support rolesStrong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerBI, SharePoint and Microsoft platforms)Experience working with CRM or ERP systems (SAP, S/4, MS Dynamics, Salesforce, or similar)High attention to detail with aptitude to interpret contract process designAbility to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast paced environmentPreferred Qualifications:Contract experience in chemical manufacturing or other regulated industriesFamiliarity with high volume, time sensitive sales contract workflowsAdvanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)Experience supporting audits or compliance reviewsKey Competencies:Proficiency in advanced digital contract toolsContract and data accuracyAnalytical and problem solving skillsStrong written and verbal communicationCross functional collaborationProcess optimization and continuous improvement mindsetHigh level of professionalism and confidentialityFraud Statement:It has come to our attention that various individuals and/or organizations are contacting people falsely pretending to recruit on behalf of OxyChem. 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