Supply Chain Contract Manager

CCR Commercial Refrigeration; Lisboa; Presencial; EUR 45 000 - 65 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

CCR is seeking a Supply Chain Contract Manager to lead end-to-end contract management for suppliers and service providers globally. You will combine supply chain expertise with contracts and commercial terms, working with Sourcing and Legal to balance cost, risk and compliance.

You will engage with stakeholders across Sourcing, Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Quality and Legal both locally and internationally, driving standardized contracts and centralized repository initiatives.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Legal Studies or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, Contract Management or similar roles.
• Strong understanding of commercial contracts, contract terms and supplier negotiations.
• Experience working with suppliers and managing commercial relationships.
• Ability to translate business requirements into clear contractual terms.
• Experience with ERP systems and contract management tools.
• Experience in international environments is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and coordinate the end-to-end contract management process for suppliers and service providers.
• Draft, review and negotiate supplier agreements, including framework and NDAs.
• Partner with Sourcing during supplier selection and RFQ processes.
• Ensure supplier contracts comply with policies, legal requirements and CCR standards.
• Negotiate terms supporting cost efficiency and risk mitigation.
• Develop and maintain standard contracts and templates with Legal.
• Define contractual requirements with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Operations, Legal).
• Lead the centralized contract repository implementation and maintenance.
• Be the main contact for suppliers on contractual matters.
• Identify and assess contractual risks; escalate disputes to Legal.
• Support supplier performance reviews with KPIs, SLAs, and contract compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve contract processes and supplier management across CCR.

Conhecimentos

Contract drafting

Supplier management

Risk assessment

Negotiation

Cost management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Decision making

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management / Business Administration / Legal Studies

Ferramentas

ERP systems

Contract management tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About The Role

Are you a Supply Chain professional with a strong interest in contracts, negotiations and commercial law?

We are looking for a Supply Chain Contract Manager to lead the end-to-end contract management process for suppliers and service providers across CCR globally.

In this role, you will combine your Supply Chain expertise with your knowledge of contracts and commercial terms, working closely with the Sourcing and Legal teams to ensure that supplier agreements deliver the best possible balance between cost efficiency, risk management and compliance.

You will play a key role in supporting the Supply Chain organization throughout the supplier lifecycle, from supplier selection and RFQs through contract negotiation, implementation and ongoing performance management.

The position offers broad exposure across the business, working with stakeholders from Sourcing, Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Quality and Legal, both locally and internationally.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who can bring together Supply Chain and Legal/Contract Management expertise. You don't need to be a lawyer, but you should have a strong understanding of contracts, commercial terms and supplier negotiations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the end-to-end contract management process for suppliers and service providers.
• Draft, review and negotiate supplier agreements together with the Sourcing team, including framework agreements, cooperation agreements, NDAs and other commercial contracts.
• Partner with the Sourcing team during supplier selection and RFQ processes, ensuring contractual requirements are considered from the beginning.
• Ensure supplier contracts comply with company policies, legal requirements and CCR standards.
• Negotiate commercial terms that support cost efficiency, risk mitigation and business objectives.
• Develop and maintain standard contracts and templates, ensuring consistency of contractual terms across suppliers and commodities, in close cooperation with the Legal team.
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Operations and Legal to define contractual requirements, standards and business needs.
• Lead the implementation and maintenance of a centralized contract repository, ensuring proper documentation, version control and contract visibility.
• Act as the main point of contact for suppliers regarding contractual matters.
• Identify and assess contractual risks and escalating potential disputes to the Legal team when required.
• Support supplier performance reviews by monitoring KPIs, SLAs and contract compliance, in collaboration with Supply Chain Management.
• Identify opportunities to improve contract processes, standardization and supplier management across the organization.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Legal Studies or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, Contract Management or a combination of these areas.
• Strong understanding of commercial contracts, contract terms and supplier negotiations.
• Experience working with suppliers and managing commercial relationships.
• Ability to understand contractual risks and translate business requirements into clear contractual terms.
• Experience working with ERP systems and contract management tools.
• Experience in an international or multinational environment is a plus.
• Knowledge of refrigeration systems, components or related industry standards is an advantage, but not essential.

Key Skills

• Contract drafting, review and negotiation
• Supply Chain and supplier management
• Commercial and contractual risk assessment
• Negotiation and cost management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Ability to work effectively with both Supply Chain and Legal teams
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
• Strong decision-making skills

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to take on a strategic role at the intersection of Supply Chain, Procurement and Legal, with a global scope and significant interaction across the business.

You will have the opportunity to influence how we manage supplier contracts, reduce risk, improve commercial conditions and create more consistent and efficient processes across CCR.

If you are a Supply Chain professional who enjoys negotiation, contracts, problem-solving and working with different stakeholders, we would love to hear from you.