Introduction

Introduction

Brunel is currently seeking a highly motivated Contract Specialist to join our team and contribute to a prestigious gigafactory project. As a Contract specialist, you will play a crucial role in optimizing costs and maintaining strong supplier relationships through skillful contract negotiations. Your primary responsibilities will revolve around implementing supplier tracking programs, proactively identifying profitable new business opportunities, coordinating testing operations across multiple sites, and ensuring contracts are executed in a timely manner. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact and contribute to the success of a multi-billion-dollar venture.

What are you going to do

Responsibilities

Lead negotiations and oversee global contracts to cultivate strong supplier relationships within a battery manufacturing facility for electric vehicles.
Contribute to the formulation of the annual contract negotiation plan, considering the unique requirements of each business unit.
Identify cost-effective alternatives by understanding the specific needs of each unit and making recommendations accordingly.
Request quotes, conduct thorough analyses, and draft contracts based on approved document models.
Monitor and address non-conformities, rebates, and tests related to implemented contracts, providing site-level updates.
Facilitate smooth transitions between previous and new suppliers, closely monitoring the phase in/phase out process. • Implement standardized contract management practices across all facility sites.
Validate and control price changes, with a focus on long-term cost savings.
Conduct regular meetings with suppliers, including site visits and plant audits for key partners.
Monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with contractual terms and customer expectations.
Prepare comprehensive monthly reports highlighting key achievements, such as negotiated contracts and cost savings.
Stay updated on market developments and share relevant information with business units.
Engage in mining buying groups, forums, conferences, and tradeshows relevant to designated product categories. • Generate standardized reports for individual sites and annual budget meetings. • Proactively search for best practices and new supplier sources, initiating site-level testing to mitigate risks.

Essential skills and knowledge

Requirements

Minimum 8 years of contract management experience
Familiarity with EPCM project lifecycle and contract administration processes
Proficient in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating EPCM contracts, including scope of work, terms and conditions, and pricing agreements.
Strong negotiation skills to effectively navigate and secure favorable contract terms and conditions while aligning with company objectives and mitigating risks.
Ability to collaborate closely with legal and compliance teams to ensure contracts are in full compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and company policies.

What we offer

What We Offer

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.