Senior Contract Manager

Schneider Electric; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 262,000 - 338,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy management company in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to join their team. The role involves securing tenders and managing contracts throughout the selling and delivery phases. Ideal candidates should hold a degree in business or engineering with at least 10 years of contract management experience. Fluency in English is required, with Arabic being an advantage. This position offers a chance to work on diverse projects in a multicultural environment.

Qualifications

• 10 years experience in Contract Management and project-based environment.
• Preferably possessing a contract management certification such as those from WorldCC.
• Fluent in English (verbal and written); Arabic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform T&C review and propose winning contractual set-up.
• Participate in negotiations with external project stakeholders.
• Contribute to the bid approval process.
• Work with project manager for efficient contractual follow-up.
• Draft and review contractual correspondences.
• Support project manager on risk and opportunity management.
• Manage amendments related to contractual changes.
• Prepare strategies for claims.
• Coach operational teams on contract management topics.
• Drive cultural change toward contract management.

Skills

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to influence and challenge stakeholders

Decision-making in complex contexts

Education

Degree in business, engineering, law, construction, finance, or supply chain management

Job description

Who are we and what we stand for?

When you work at Schneider Electric you work at a company that is passionate about its people. Our people vision says, Great people make Schneider Electric a great company. We are proud to promote purpose, diversity, inclusion, learning and work‑life integration – we’re a great place to work and we are continually striving to be the best place to work!

Why to apply for this opportunity?

You’ll be part of the Global Customer Projects, which is present in nearly all countries where Schneider Electric operates. We aim to be the first‑in‑class solutions provider covering all Geographies. You’ll have a chance to work on a wide range of projects that have a meaningful purpose towards sustainability & efficiency. You’ll get to be part of a highly diversified team from all over the globe, where we share knowledge, experience & best practices.

Your Role in a Brief:

We are seeking a Contract Manager to support our hub in Saudi Arabia. The Contract Manager shall secure the tenders and contracts on the contractual, financial, and tax aspects both during the Selling and Delivery phases and in coordination with Legal and Finance corporate functions. You will be joining project teams supporting complex projects, at both tendering and execution phases, within a very stimulating cross‑functional and multi‑cultural environment. In this role, the Contract Manager shall:

• Perform T&C review & propose winning contractual set‑up
• Participate in negotiations with the various external project stakeholders, including the client, potential partners, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Contribute to the bid approval process as part of the group's governance
• Work with the project manager, to implement the processes and tools with external parties (communication, change management, etc.) to ensure efficient contractual follow‑up
• Draft and/or review contractual correspondences to ensure compliance with rights and obligations under the contract
• Support the project manager on risk & opportunity identification and management
• Ensure the proper follow‑up of contractual changes to the scope and schedules, including additional work through the management of amendments
• Prepare, define the strategy and pursue (or defend) claims.
• Deploy CPP Change order & Claim guidelines & best practices
• Coach & mentor operational teams on contract management topics
• Drive cultural change toward risk & contract management

Qualifications

About You

• Qualified to a degree level in business, engineering, law, construction, finance, or supply chain management.
• 10 years experience in Contract Management and project‑based environment
• Preferably possessing a contract management certification such as those from WorldCC

Language requirements

• Fluent in English (verbal and written). Arabic would be an advantage.

Skills requirement:

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical with a solution‑oriented approach to complex challenges
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proven ability to challenge, influence, and convince the stakeholders
• Ability to make decisions/recommendations in complex contexts often with imperfect/missing conditions

Schedule: Full‑time

Req: 009BAG