Contract Specialist

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.