Strategic Contract Specialist

Bell County; Belton (MO); On-site; USD 67,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell County is seeking a Contract Specialist to develop, negotiate, and monitor contracts, purchase orders, and related reporting. You will work under the Purchasing Administrator, coordinating with Legal, procurement staff, vendors, and end users to ensure compliant, timely contracting.

The role emphasizes evaluating terms, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting contract execution. A valid driver’s license and a Professional Public Buyer or Contract Manager Certification (or willingness

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years of full-time, progressively responsible experience in contract management, development, administration, negotiations, or related work.
• Associate’s degree or equivalent plus three years of related experience substituted year-for-year for the bachelor’s degree, and three years of related experience.
• Professional Public Buyer or Contract Manager Certification, or willingness to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with purchasing, end user departments, Legal, and management to resolve contracting issues.
• Monitor procurement and contracting process to ensure fair and objective contractor selection.
• Evaluate and negotiate contract terms to identify risks and align with regulations.
• Finalize contracts and purchase orders with Legal and vendors.
• Serve as primary contact for employees on contracts and support solicitation and award.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Vendor management

Procurement process

Legal coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate’s degree

Public Buyer/Contract Manager Certification

Job description

Bell County is seeking a Contract Specialist to develop, negotiate, and monitor contracts, purchase orders, and related reporting. You will work under the Purchasing Administrator, coordinating with Legal, procurement staff, vendors, and end users to ensure compliant, timely contracting.

The role emphasizes evaluating terms, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting contract execution. A valid driver’s license and a Professional Public Buyer or Contract Manager Certification (or willingness