Contract Administrator

Olin Corporation; Lake Jackson (TX); On-site; USD 88,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Olin Corporation in Lake Jackson, Texas seeks a Contract Administrator to manage site-wide maintenance service contracts and act as the primary liaison between contractors, Sourcing, Accounts Payable, and EH&S. This role ensures safe, compliant, and cost-effective service delivery.

Requirements include a degree in business or related field (or equivalent experience), SAP proficiency, and strong Excel skills; relocation is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Construction Management, Supply Chain, Project Management, Engineering, or related field plus 3+ years of relevant experience
• Associate degree in a related field plus 5+ years of relevant experience
• High school diploma/equivalent plus 8+ years of relevant experience
• Experience in industrial contract administration, maintenance services, procurement, supplier management, project controls, or related field
• Proficiency with SAP for purchase order management, service entry processing, invoicing, reporting, and cost tracking
• Understanding of contract administration principles, including scope management, contract terms, and various billing methodologies
• Ability to review, reconcile, and resolve invoice, payment, and contract - related discrepancies
• Strong Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and reporting tools; ability to analyze contract rates, costs, and variances
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license and be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

Responsibilities

• Administer maintenance service contracts throughout their lifecycle, including implementation, performance management, renewals, and closeout
• Serve as the primary liaison between Maintenance, contractors, Sourcing, Finance, Accounts Payable, and other stakeholders to resolve contract and service-related issues
• Monitor contract spend, forecasts, accruals, and purchase order commitments; investigate variances and recommend cost-control actions
• Validate invoices and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with contract terms, maintain accurate SAP/AES records, and support timely payment processing
• Monitor contractor performance, service quality, and compliance with safety, environmental, training, and site access requirements; conduct audits and track corrective actions
• Support sourcing activities, supplier onboarding, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service reliability, compliance, and cost effectiveness

Skills

Contract administration

Procurement

Vendor management

Financial controls

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Construction Management, Supply Chain, Project Management, Engineering, or related field

Associate degree in a related field

High school diploma/equivalent

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Word/Outlook

Job description

Title:Contract Administrator
Location: Lake Jackson, TX

Salary:$88,000 - $134,000
Schedule: 4-10's; 9/80 available
Relocation Available

Focus: The Contract Administrator is responsible for managing site-wide maintenance service contracts for Texas Operations, serving as the primary liaison between contractors, Olin job contacts, Sourcing, Accounts Payable, and EH&S. The Contract Administrator ensures services are delivered safely, in compliance with contract requirements, and at a competitive cost while supporting contract performance, billing accuracy, financial controls, and continuous improvement.

Essential Job Functions:

• Administer maintenance service contracts throughout their lifecycle, including implementation, performance management, renewals, and closeout

• Serve as the primary liaison between Maintenance, contractors, Sourcing, Finance, Accounts Payable, and other stakeholders to resolve contract and service-related issues

• Monitor contract spend, forecasts, accruals, and purchase order commitments; investigate variances and recommend cost-control actions

• Validate invoices and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with contract terms, maintain accurate SAP/AES records, and support timely payment processing

• Monitor contractor performance, service quality, and compliance with safety, environmental, training, and site access requirements; conduct audits and track corrective actions

• Support sourcing activities, supplier onboarding, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service reliability, compliance, and cost effectiveness

Minimum Qualifications:

• Meet one of the following education and experience requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree* in Business Administration, Finance, Construction Management, Supply Chain, Project Management, Engineering, or related field plus 3+ years of relevant experience; OR

  • Associate degree *in a related field plus 5+ years of relevant experience; OR

  • High school diploma/equivalent plus 8+ years of relevant experience

• Experience in industrial contract administration, maintenance services, procurement, supplier management, project controls, or related field

• Proficiency with SAP for purchase order management, service entry processing, invoicing, reporting, and cost tracking

• Understanding of contract administration principles, including scope management, contract terms, and various billing methodologies

• Ability to review, reconcile, and resolve invoice, payment, and contract - related discrepancies

• Strong Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and reporting tools; ability to analyze contract rates, costs, and variances

• Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license and be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting maintenance crafts and maintenance work processes at a chemical, petrochemical, refining, or other continuous-process industrial facility

• Knowledge of AES, SAP service entry/CATS workflows, contractor performance scorecards, and audit processes

• Experience supporting sourcing events, supplier onboarding, and contractor EH&S compliance; prior Olin experience

Physical & Work Requirements:

• Primarily office-based at the TAC building in Lake Jackson, Texas. Occasional visits to operating plants and contractor work areas for meetings, contract audits, and fields walkdowns may require use of PPE.

All In With Olin

Olin is a global leader in chemical manufacturing and ammunition, with a legacy built on innovation, safety, and accountability. With over 7,000 employees worldwide, we invest in people who are ready to go All In for their careers, their teams, and their communities.

An All-In Investment in Your Future

At Olin, total rewards go beyond a paycheck. Our comprehensive benefits support your health, financial well-being, and long-term success. View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package.

*Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.

Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.