Senior Supply Chain Contracts Specialist

Continental Resources, Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental Resources, Inc. is seeking a senior-level contract Specialist to manage complex domestic and international contracts, advise on contractual and compliance matters, and negotiate business agreements.

The role focuses on improving contract administration processes and supporting the Supply Chain Management team. The successful candidate will serve as a contract SME, guide customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders, and help ensure accurate contract documentation and compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of related experience.
• An acceptable pre-employment background and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Manages and administers complex contracts and legal agreements, including reviewing, interpreting, processing, and maintaining contract documentation.
• Analyzes contract terms to identify risks, ensure compliance with policies and insurance requirements.
• Negotiates contract provisions and terms with internal and external parties to support business objectives.
• Maintains contract records and systems in Continental’s CLM system and supports process improvements.

Skills

Contract management

Contract interpretation

Negotiation

Data analytics

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CLM systems

AI-enabled tools

Job description

Job Summary

This role functions as a senior-level contract Specialist responsible for managing complex, domestic and international contracts, advising stakeholders on contractual and compliance matters, negotiating business agreements, improving contract administration processes, and serving as a resource for both business partners and cohorts.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Manages and administers complex contracts and legal agreements, including reviewing, interpreting, processing, and maintaining contract documentation while ensuring accuracy. Analyzes contract terms and business requirements to identify risks, ensure compliance with company policies and insurance requirements, and provides recommendations to stakeholders. Negotiates contract provisions and terms with internal and external parties to support business objectives while protecting company interests. Serves as a contract subject matter expert, providing guidance and support to customers, attorneys, suppliers, contractors, and internal personnel regarding contractual rights, obligations, and processes. Maintains contract records and systems, ensuring contracts and supporting documentation are accurately stored, tracked, and managed within Continental’s CLM system. Drives process improvements and system enhancements by identifying efficiencies, recommending best practices, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Supports team development and organizational training by providing guidance on contract management tools, processes, and best practices to the broader Supply Chain Management team.

Skills and Competencies

Demonstrated ability to manage and interpret complex contracts, agreements, and legal documents while identifying contractual risks and ensuring compliance with company and regulatory requirements. Working knowledge of contract law, legal terminology, insurance requirements, records management practices, and applicable industry regulations necessary to support contract administration activities. Ability to analyze contract provisions, research issues, evaluate business impacts, and use data to support recommendations, decisions, and process improvements. Experienced in leveraging contract lifecycle management platforms, AI-enabled tools, data analytics, and business applications to automate routine activities, improve contract visibility, enhance data integrity, and deliver actionable insights that support operational and strategic decision-making. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively negotiate contract terms, explain contractual obligations, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to build effective working relationships, provide guidance to stakeholders, exercise sound judgment, and manage sensitive contractual matters with a high degree of professionalism and discretion.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university. Minimum of eight (8) years of related experience. An acceptable pre-employment background and drug test.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant professional experience in contract administration, contract management, procurement, supply chain, legal support, or a related field. Experience within the oil and gas industry. Experience working with Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) systems and digital contract technologies. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Requires prolonged sitting, some bending and stooping. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds. Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Continental Resources, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities and access for all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. Continental Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Continental Resources participates in E-Verify. Learn more about E-Verify.

Company Culture

Continental is successful because we challenge our employees to be innovative and creative. We provide our employees with the necessary tools to be successful, and we reward them for their hard work. We value teamwork and collaboration and expect our employees to have a personal commitment to inclusion and diversity. If you want to work in an environment that encourages teamwork and putting your ideas into action, consider joining Continental Resources.