Contracts Specialist

Aramark; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ARAMARK is seeking a Contracts Specialist who serves as the liaison between third-party contractors and the client, actively managing day-to-day operations, ensuring safety, scope, budget, and on-time delivery. You will enforce contract terms and track compliance, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Working with Sr. Operations Manager, Facility Managers and Finance Managers, you will draft, negotiate, modify, and renew contracts, develop policies, review reports and KPI data, and coordinate

Qualifications

• Degree in business administration, finance, or related field preferred.
• Proven experience in contractor management or related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software.

Responsibilities

• Know and uphold ARAMARK’s policies, procedures, and Service Agreement with GM-WTC to allow customers and tenants to focus on their core business.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate communication and ensure timely execution of contracts.
• Manage all aspects of the contract lifecycle including drafting, negotiation, modification, and renewal.
• Develop and maintain contract policies, procedures, and templates to ensure compliance and consistency.
• Review reporting, operation audits and track KPI's for: safety, productivity, process improvements, energy savings, cost reductions and similar “best practice” initiatives.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure proper delivery of goods or services and timely payments.
• Provide safety training to subcontractor to clearly communicate site safety standards.

Skills

Contract management

Communications

Independent work

Negotiation

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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The Contracts Specialist is the liaison between third-party contractors and the client. The Specialist actively manages and communicates day-to-day operations of subcontractors, and field verifies safety requirements are met and work is completed within scope, on budget and on time. The Contract Specialist enforces contract terms, negotiates changes in scope, and ensures all parties fulfill their obligations in accordance with the terms and conditions of their agreement. They also track and monitor contract compliance, quality performance and customer satisfaction.

Contract Specialist along with the Sr. Operations Manager, Facility Managers and Finance Managers document work requirements, scope, standards, and specifications to identify potential risks and issues related to contracts and implementing strategies to effectively manage and mitigate them.

Job Responsibilities

• Know and uphold ARAMARK’s policies, procedures, and Service Agreement with GM-WTC to allow customers and tenants to focus on their core business.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate communication and ensure timely execution of contracts.
• Manage all aspects of the contract lifecycle including drafting, negotiation, modification, and renewal.
• Develop and maintain contract policies, procedures, and templates to ensure compliance and consistency.
• Review reporting, operation audits and track Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) for: safety, productivity (call frequencies, call-backs), process improvements, energy savings, cost reductions and similar “best practice” initiatives.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure proper delivery of goods or services and timely payments.
• Provide safety training to subcontractor to clearly communicate site safety standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in business administration, finance, or related field preferred.
• Proven experience in contractor management or related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software.

Education

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing -a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here athttp://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us onFacebook ,Instagram andTwitter .

Nearest Major Market: Warren
Nearest Secondary Market: Detroit