Cost and Contract Management Specialist

JC CONSULTING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent shipping and logistics multinational seeks a detail-oriented Cost and Contract Management Specialist to oversee logistics contracts and optimize costs. The role involves vendor negotiation, compliance monitoring, and collaboration across departments to enhance supply chain efficiency.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in contract and cost management, preferably in logistics.
• Strong knowledge of logistics operations and contract basics.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze cost structures and monitor logistics expenditures.
• Draft and manage contracts with logistics vendors.
• Generate reports to support decision-making.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical

Organizational

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP Ariba

Coupa

Job description

Our client is a prominent shipping and logistics multinational and they are seeking for a detail-oriented and strategic Cost and Contract Management Specialist to manage logistics-related contracts, control costs, and drive value through procurement and supplier performance. This role plays a critical part in ensuring compliance, optimizing logistics costs, and supporting overall supply chain efficiency within the business.

Key Responsibilities:

Cost Management:

• Analyze cost structures across transportation and warehousing.
• Monitor and control logistics expenditures in line with budget targets.
• Work with finance to forecast, track, and report cost-saving initiatives.
• Identify cost variances and recommend corrective actions.

Contract Management:

• Draft, review, and manage contracts with logistics vendors and suppliers.
• Ensure all contracts are aligned with regulatory standards and corporate policies.
• Track key contract milestones, renewals, and performance clauses.
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to mitigate risks in commercial agreements.

Vendor & Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Liaise with vendors to negotiate pricing, terms, and service-level agreements (SLAs).
• Support tendering, RFI/RFQ processes, and contract award procedures.
• Work closely with procurement, operations, and finance teams to ensure service delivery and cost control.

Data Analysis & Reporting:

• Maintain databases for contract records and cost performance.
• Generate periodic reports and dashboards to support decision-making.
• Provide actionable insights from spend and performance data.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in contract and cost management, preferably in logistics or supply chain.
• Strong knowledge of logistics operations, cost models, and contract law basics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and contract management software (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa).
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational abilities.