Contracts & Pricing Specialist

VentureOne; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

VentureOne, a leader in commercializing advanced technology research, seeks a Contracts & Pricing Specialist to optimize contract and pricing strategies. This role involves contract management, risk mitigation, financial analysis, and collaboration with legal and finance teams to ensure compliance and profitability. Candidates should possess strong negotiation skills, relevant industry experience, and a degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in building and updating pricing models.
• 3+ years of Big 4 consulting experience.
• 5+ years of experience in contract reviews and tendering.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the entire contract lifecycle from proposal to execution.
• Identify potential risks in contracts and develop mitigation strategies.
• Maintain documentation of all contracts and pricing models.

Skills

Contract Negotiation

Pricing Strategy

Financial Analysis

Risk Mitigation

Documentation Management

Detail-oriented

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field

Job description

Company: VentureOne

Role: Contracts & Pricing Specialist

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

About Us:

VentureOne is the dynamic commercialization arm of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council. We are dedicated to turning applied research from the Technology Innovation Institute (TII) into game-changing commercial products and solutions that address industry challenges worldwide.

We launch ventures that bring deep tech solutions to market, partnering with trusted industry and government entities to ensure our solutions address real-world needs. We also help strengthen the Middle East’s tech ecosystem by providing collaboration opportunities and access to key services including state-of-the-art lab testing and a library of patented tech products.

www.ventureone.ae

Job Description:

As the Contracts & Pricing Specialist, you will play a critical role in developing contracts and pricing models to optimize value for both the company and our clients. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, legal acumen, and financial expertise to optimize revenue through pricing and commercialization.

What You'll Do:

• Contract Lifecycle Management: Contribute to the entire contract lifecycle, from initial proposal, finalising scope of work, negotiation, contract development to execution.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify potential risks in contracts and deal pricing structures and develop strategies to mitigate these risks, safeguarding the company's interests.
• Contracts development and compliance: Reviewing and finalising the scope of work, pricing and key terms and conditions for both customer and supplier contracts, ensuring all contracts adhere to legal, finance and regulatory standards, working closely with legal, sales and finance teams to mitigate risks and maintain compliance.
• Price Modelling: Develop and implement effective pricing models and templates for technology solutions, considering business requirements and approved strategies.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct detailed financial analysis to evaluate the cost and revenue drivers of proposed contracts and pricing structures and recommend options to optimizing profitability.
• Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and organized documentation of all contracts, pricing models, and related correspondence to support auditing and reporting requirements.

What You'll Bring:

• 5+ years of experience in building and updating pricing model.
• 3+ years of Big 4 consulting experience
• 5+ years of Contract Reviews, Tendering, and Bidding on RFI/RFP experience
• Bachelor's or higher degree in Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience in contract negotiation and pricing strategy, preferably in the heavy industry or technology industry.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Familiarity with legal standards and compliance requirements.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and precision.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of and financial modelling and analysis.