Senior Contract Specialist

Airswift; Calgary; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift is seeking a detail-oriented Contract Formation Specialist in Calgary, AB for a 1-year contract. You will lead the tendering process, coordinate with Supply Chain, Legal, and other stakeholders, and drive negotiations to align with policy and risk targets.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years in contract formation or procurement, with strong contract law knowledge and excellent communication. ERP/CLM familiarity is preferred.

Qualifications

• . Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• . 10+ years of experience in contract formation, procurement or commercial contracting.
• . Strong understanding of contract law principles and commercial terms.
• . Experience in negotiation and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end tendering process, including solicitation development, bidder clarifications, evaluation, negotiations, exception management, and contract award and formation
• Partner with internal stakeholders (Supply Chain, Engineering, Legal, Finance, and Operations) to define scope, commercial structures, and contract terms
• Drive and support commercial negotiations, ensuring outcomes align with corporate policies, risk tolerance, and business objectives
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate contractual and commercial risks throughout the contracting lifecycle
• Ensure all contracts comply with internal governance frameworks, legal requirements, and applicable regulatory standards
• Maintain accurate, auditable, and well-organized contract documentation within contract management systems
• Develop, standardize, and continuously improve contract templates, playbooks, and best practices
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to internal teams on contract formation strategy, processes, and compliance requirements

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Legal Studies or related field

Tools

Ivalua

SAP

Ariba

Job description

Airswift is seeking a Contract Formation Specialist to support one of our O\u2019G clients in Calgary, AB on a 1-year contract.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Contract Formation Specialist to support the development, negotiation, and execution of commercial agreements. This role plays a critical part in ensuring contracts are structured effectively, risks are identified and mitigated, and agreements align with organizational and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end tendering process, including solicitation development, bidder clarifications, evaluation, negotiations, exception management, and contract award and formation
• Partner with internal stakeholders (Supply Chain, Engineering, Legal, Finance, and Operations) to define scope, commercial structures, and contract terms
• Drive and support commercial negotiations, ensuring outcomes align with corporate policies, risk tolerance, and business objectives
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate contractual and commercial risks throughout the contracting lifecycle
• Ensure all contracts comply with internal governance frameworks, legal requirements, and applicable regulatory standards
• Maintain accurate, auditable, and well-organized contract documentation within contract management systems
• Develop, standardize, and continuously improve contract templates, playbooks, and best practices
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to internal teams on contract formation strategy, processes, and compliance requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor\u2019s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in contract formation, procurement, or commercial contracting
• Strong understanding of contract law principles and commercial terms
• Experience in negotiation and stakeholder management
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
• Strong communication and writing skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in energy, oil & gas, or large-scale industrial environments
• Professional certifications (e.g., SCMP, CPSM, or Legal/Contract Management certifications)
• Familiarity with ERP or contract lifecycle management systems (e.g., Ivalua, SAP, Ariba, or similar)