On-site Contract Negotiator & Risk Advisor

AEP Service Corporation; Columbus (OH); 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

AEP Service Corporation in Columbus, OH seeks a Contract Consultant to negotiate, draft, and administer supplier contracts of moderate complexity, partnering with Legal and internal stakeholders to protect the company’s interests. You will report on contract health to leadership and help shape contracting strategies.

This on-site role emphasizes risk mitigation, compliance with statutes and policies, and skilled negotiation across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field with 4+ years of relevant work experience.
• MBA, Law degree, or global equivalent preferred.
• Six (6) years of contract administration, subcontract administration, and procurement experience.
• Experience negotiating terms for services, construction, engineering, materials and equipment installation.
• Experience with RFP/RFQ processes and contract lifecycle management systems.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate contract terms and conditions.
• Analyze proposals and scopes of work, interfacing with legal, risk, project controls, engineering, finance, and suppliers.
• Prepare and communicate records and reports for contract administration requirements.
• Provide consultative contract administration support for commercial operations and senior management.
• Develop supplier performance criteria and service levels.
• Lead negotiations and coordinate amendments to existing agreements.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract drafting

Contract analysis

Risk assessment

Cross-functional collaboration

Vendor management

Proposal evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Associate's degree in related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Contract Lifecycle Management systems

Job description

AEP Service Corporation in Columbus, OH seeks a Contract Consultant to negotiate, draft, and administer supplier contracts of moderate complexity, partnering with Legal and internal stakeholders to protect the company’s interests. You will report on contract health to leadership and help shape contracting strategies.

This on-site role emphasizes risk mitigation, compliance with statutes and policies, and skilled negotiation across cross-functional teams.