Contracts Specialist (Operations) / Aberdeen

The client is currently recruiting for the position of Contracts Specialist (Operations), based in Aberdeen.

Responsibilities:
* Champion QHSESG in all procurement activities.
* Manages a portfolio of high/medium, risk/value contracts pertaining to operating an offshore platform facility.
* Prioritise tender schedules and manage workload to meet business requirements.
* Leads the tendering and evaluation process and makes recommendations to management.
* Plan, conduct and conclude complex contract negotiations.
* Prepare detailed Recommendation to Award papers and presentations to review boards where required.
* Draft agreements using standard templates.
* Contract management from kick off to close out.
* Provide contractual advice, support and interpretation to the Operations team.
* Lead complex negotiations.
* Lead claim and dispute teams ensuring positive outcomes where applicable.
* Develop and implement supplier relationship performance management plans, including performance reviews and identifies improvement plans for any underperforming contracts.
* Work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs and requirements through good communication and collaboration.
* Build and maintain network and relationships with business and regulatory partners relevant to our operated activities in the UK to secure necessary resources to achieve objectives.
* Monitor the external environment to identify and take advantage of immediate business opportunities to improve results within defined area of responsibility.

Experience & Qualifications:
* Preference for degree qualification in business/management/law/QS or equivalent discipline
* Relevant Experience in oil and gas, with relevant experience in a range of categories.
* Professionally qualified i.e., CIPS, RICS
* Significant, in-depth knowledge and experience of contracts, conditions and conventions prevalent in the UKCS arena
* Demonstrable experience of tendering, awarding and managing high risk, high value contracts and procurement across a range of requirements pertaining to operating an offshore platform facility.
* Experienced in developing contract strategies, which have delivered overall value to the business.
* Competent and experienced contract negotiator.
* In-depth understanding of Contractor remuneration structures and their commercial implications.
* Managed internal and Contractor relationships at a senior level.
* A strong understanding of stakeholders and their interests.

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