Contracts Analyst

Orion Group; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the oil and gas sector is seeking a Contracts Analyst for a long-term contract position in Aberdeen. The role involves ensuring compliance with regulations, managing contracts, and developing procurement strategies. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a relevant field and experience in contracts management within the UKCS. Strong negotiation and communication skills are essential for success in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Contracts management experience within a UKCS Operator.
• Full understanding of current UK contracts and procurement legislation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations across the contract life cycle.
• Develop and manage Contract and Procurement Plans.
• Provide contractual and commercial advice to the business.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Project Management

Education

Degree in Legal / QS / CIPS

Tools

SAP

Contracts Management System Ivalua

Job description

Our client is currently recruiting for the position of Contracts Analyst, based in Aberdeen. This will be for a long term contract role

Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, standards, procedures, and local working practices for operating in the UKCS across the contract life cycle, including Joint Operating Agreements.

• Develop and manage Contract and Procurement (C&P) Plans.

• Work with key stakeholders to develop strategies for specific contract requirements, whether for routine operations, discrete work packages, campaigns, or projects.

• Develop, lead and manage the sourcing activity (e.g. Single Source or Tender).

• Make recommendations to award of contracts based on detailed quantitative and qualitative evaluation of tenders including assessment of contract risk.

• Direct commercial and contractual negotiations in accordance with CPEL contract principles, ensuring risk mitigation and commercial optimisation.

• Develop innovative commercial models to achieve CPEL business objectives.

• Proactively manage the assigned portfolio of contracts in order to monitor supplier performance, contract compliance, identify and implement value-adds, change management (e.g. VO’s and Amendments), lessons learned and continuous improvement.

• Develop and maintain good supplier relationships.

• Identify and develop opportunities to create value, cost reductions and improve service delivery across the business through effective contract management.

• Provide contractual and commercial advice to the business.

• Provide support to ensure the timely close-out of any contractual disputes.

• Provide regular and accurate contract reporting to the business and within SCM.

• Provide direction to the CPEL business on the applicable C&P standards and processes.

• Liaise with key business stakeholders (e.g. SME’s including legal, tax, audit, finance, HSE, QA, technical)

• Contribute to the process of continuous improvement in the contracting process, including the adoption and sharing of best practice. Openly and proactively share knowledge across Supply Chain and wider business teams.

• Perform other Contracts and Procurement related activities, as required.

Specific Requirements:

• Degree in Legal / QS / CIPS, or equivalent.

• Contracts management experience within a UKCS Operator.

• Full understanding of current UK contracts and procurement legislation and compliance requirements in terms of Supply Chain.

• Comprehensive understanding of the UKCS oil and gas supply chain market and supply chain best practice

• Solid experience of negotiating and working with LOGIC Model Contracts and contracting principles.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage at all levels.

• Knowledge of information systems such as SAP, and Contracts Management System Ivalua.

• A proactive and diligent Contracts Analyst who can work independently and as part of a high-performing Contracts Team.

• Capable of managing a portfolio of high-value contracts and sourcing activities in parallel, delivering to a high standard at all times.

• A strong negotiator with good influencing and project management skills.

• Tactful and commercially astute with natural drive and accountability.

• Capable of managing dynamic business priorities.

• Someone who takes ownership for the continuous development of personal and technical expertise and knowledge.

Temporary Position

If you feel that you are well suited to the above opportunity and would like to find out more then please contact Orion Group for more information or apply by forwarding your current CV quoting reference: TR/077413.