Procurement Contract Specialist

Introduction

At IBM Finance & Operations, we are the backbone of IBM’s transformation driving efficiency, transparency, and smart decision-making across the business. Our teams provide the insight and discipline that guide strategy, ensure financial strength, and enable IBM to invest in innovation and growth. Working in Finance & Operations means combining analytical skills with collaboration and curiosity. You’ll partner with colleagues across functions and geographies, using data, technology, and process excellence to create solutions that improve performance and deliver measurable impact. IBM offers continuous learning, career development, and a culture that values diverse perspectives. Join us and be part of a global team that keeps IBM moving forward, while building your own future in a dynamic and evolving environment.

Your role and responsibilities

As a Procurement Operations Contract Specialist, you will be responsible for reviewing supplier contract templates and supporting deal negotiations. This role includes updating and maintaining contract templates, managing translation requests, and working with internal stakeholders to initiate and review procurement agreements. The Contract Specialist will collaborate closely with Legal and Finance teams to ensure that processes, templates, and work instructions align with internal control requirements.

Required technical and professional expertise

• Contract Law Knowledge: Experience with contract law to review agreements, ensuring internal client interests are protected.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Experience working with various internal client stakeholders to address procurement and internal client needs in supplier agreements.

• Strong understanding of legal and commercial terms commonly used in contracts.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including an impeccable mastery of the English language.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

• Unwavering commitment to conducting business with ethics and integrity.

Preferred technical and professional experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in contract administration, legal, procurement, or a related field.

• Legal/Paralegal experience strongly preferred but not required.

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.