On-Site Contract Negotiator – Columbus

American Electric Power; United States; On-site; USD 87,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

401(k) Match

AEP Pension

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Job summary

American Electric Power in Columbus, OH is seeking a Contract Consultant to negotiate, draft and administer supplier contracts of moderate complexity, collaborating with Legal and other stakeholders to protect the company's interests.

In this high-visibility role, you will report on contract health, participate in developing contracting strategies, ensure compliance with statutes, regulations, and internal policies, and support senior management with risk mitigation and deal summaries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field + 4 years of relevant work experience.
• Associate's degree + 6 years of relevant work experience.
• High School Diploma + 8 years of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate contract terms and conditions with internal stakeholders.
• Prepare, maintain, retrieve and communicate records and documents.
• Provide contract administration support for commercial operations and senior management.
• Protect the Company's interest by enforcing warranties and mitigating risk.
• Execute portfolio assignments and perform contract risk assessments.
• Develop supplier performance criteria and service levels.
• Manage amendments to existing agreements using various models.
• Lead negotiation through strategy development and issue escalation.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Contract drafting

Vendor management

Risk assessment

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Associate's degree in related field with 6 years experience

High School Diploma with 8 years experience

Tools

Contract Lifecycle Management systems

Job description

American Electric Power in Columbus, OH is seeking a Contract Consultant to negotiate, draft and administer supplier contracts of moderate complexity, collaborating with Legal and other stakeholders to protect the company's interests.

In this high-visibility role, you will report on contract health, participate in developing contracting strategies, ensure compliance with statutes, regulations, and internal policies, and support senior management with risk mitigation and deal summaries.