Procurement and Contract Specialist

IntelliPro; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

IntelliPro is seeking a Contract Management & Procurement Operations Specialist to support contract lifecycle management (CLM), Procure-to-Pay (P2P) operations, purchase order administration, and external workforce management.

The role involves coordinating contract workflows, maintaining compliance, supporting procurement operations, and identifying opportunities to improve processes and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, finance, procurement, or related industries.
• Experience with Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM), Procure-to-Pay (P2P), and purchase order administration.
• Experience with Oracle iProcurement and Coupa.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Operations, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle, including contract creation, approvals, execution, renewals, amendments, and termination.
• Ensure contracts comply with company policies, legal requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Manage P2P activities, including requisitions, purchase order creation, amendments, and closeout.
• Coordinate contract signature workflows and ensure required approvals are obtained.
• Collaborate with Legal, Procurement, Finance, Accounts Payable, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain contract records, documentation, and audit-ready files.
• Support procurement process improvements and maintain process documentation.
• Manage external workforce activities, including SOW creation, review, approval, renewals, and extensions.
• Maintain contract and budget trackers and report key metrics, cycle times, SLAs, and compliance measures.
• Manage Procurement Support Hub requests and mailbox activities while maintaining confidentiality.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Operations or related field

Tools

Oracle iProcurement

Coupa

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Job Title: Contract Management & Procurement Operations Specialist

Location: RTP, NC or Cambridge, MA (Hybrid – Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday onsite)

Contract Duration: 12 Months

Experience: 3–5 years of relevant experience

Pay Rate: $70–$76/hr

Job Summary

Seeking a Contract Management & Procurement Operations Specialist to support contract lifecycle management (CLM), Procure-to-Pay (P2P) operations, purchase order administration, and external workforce management. The role involves coordinating contract workflows, maintaining compliance, supporting procurement operations, and identifying opportunities to improve processes and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle, including contract creation, approvals, execution, renewals, amendments, and termination.
• Ensure contracts comply with company policies, legal requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Manage P2P activities, including requisitions, purchase order creation, amendments, and closeout.
• Coordinate contract signature workflows and ensure required approvals are obtained.
• Collaborate with Legal, Procurement, Finance, Accounts Payable, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain contract records, documentation, and audit-ready files.
• Support procurement process improvements and maintain process documentation.
• Manage external workforce activities, including SOW creation, review, approval, renewals, and extensions.
• Maintain contract and budget trackers and report key metrics, cycle times, SLAs, and compliance measures.
• Manage Procurement Support Hub requests and mailbox activities while maintaining confidentiality.

Required Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, finance, procurement, or related industries.
• Experience with Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM), Procure-to-Pay (P2P), and purchase order administration.
• Experience with Oracle iProcurement and Coupa.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Operations, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with external workforce management systems such as Fieldglass.
• Experience using Tableau or Power BI for reporting, analytics, and data visualization.
• Ability to analyze complex data and recommend process improvements.
• Experience supporting procurement operations, contract audits, and compliance initiatives.

About Us:

Founded in 2009, IntelliPro is a global leader in talent acquisition and HR solutions. Our commitment to delivering unparalleled service to clients, fostering employee growth, and building enduring partnerships sets us apart. We continue leading global talent solutions with a dynamic presence in over 160 countries, including the USA, China, Canada, Singapore, Japan, Philippines, UK, India, Netherlands, and the EU.

IntelliPro, a global leader connecting individuals with rewarding employment opportunities, is dedicated to understanding your career aspirations. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, IntelliPro values diversity and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected group status. Moreover, our Inclusivity Commitment emphasizes embracing candidates of all abilities and ensures that our hiring and interview processes accommodate the needs of all applicants. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusivity at https://intelliprogroup.com.

Compensation:

The pay offered to a successful candidate will be determined by various factors, including education, work experience, location, job responsibilities, certifications, and more. Additionally, IntelliPro provides a comprehensive benefits package, all subject to eligibility.