Senior Contract Strategist: High-Impact Negotiations
American Electric Power
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Job summary
American Electric Power in Columbus, OH, seeks a Contract Specialist to develop and execute contracting strategies for major capital projects and key suppliers. You will lead sophisticated negotiations, manage commercial risk across a portfolio, and advise leadership on contractual and regulatory impacts.
You will mentor junior staff and guide cross-functional teams through major contracting initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives and risk tolerance.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related field of study + 6 years of relevant work experience.
- Associate’s degree in related field of study + 8 years of relevant work experience.
- High School Diploma or equivalent + 10 years of relevant work experience.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute contracting and commercial strategies for major capital projects and enterprise procurement initiatives.
- Lead complex negotiations addressing commercial, legal, operational, regulatory, and financial considerations.
- Advise leadership on contract interpretation, risk allocation, and dispute resolution.
- Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies across the contract lifecycle.
- Lead cross-functional teams through evaluation, negotiation, and closeout of high-value contracts.
- Identify cost savings, value creation, and process improvements across supplier portfolios.
- Develop executive-level reporting on contract portfolio performance and supplier risk exposure.
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Job description
American Electric Power in Columbus, OH, seeks a Contract Specialist to develop and execute contracting strategies for major capital projects and key suppliers. You will lead sophisticated negotiations, manage commercial risk across a portfolio, and advise leadership on contractual and regulatory impacts.
You will mentor junior staff and guide cross-functional teams through major contracting initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives and risk tolerance.
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