Strategic Contracts Lead

American Electric Power; United States; On-site; USD 98,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

401(k) Match

AEP Pension

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Job summary

American Electric Power in Columbus, OH is seeking a Contract Specialist to lead contracting strategies for major projects and to negotiate terms that balance cost, risk, and performance. You will advise leadership and coordinate with Legal, Supply Chain, Finance, and Engineering to optimize supplier outcomes.

You will mentor junior contract professionals, manage risk across a portfolio of agreements, and drive continuous improvement in contracting processes and governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field with 6+ years of relevant work experience.
• Associate’s degree with 8+ years of relevant work experience.
• High School Diploma with 10+ years of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute contracting and commercial strategies for major projects.
• Lead negotiations involving commercial, legal, operational, regulatory, and financial considerations.
• Serve as primary commercial advisor to leadership on contract interpretation and risk.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Contract management

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Associate’s degree + 8 years experience

High School Diploma + 10 years experience

Tools

Contract Lifecycle Management systems

Job description

American Electric Power in Columbus, OH is seeking a Contract Specialist to lead contracting strategies for major projects and to negotiate terms that balance cost, risk, and performance. You will advise leadership and coordinate with Legal, Supply Chain, Finance, and Engineering to optimize supplier outcomes.

You will mentor junior contract professionals, manage risk across a portfolio of agreements, and drive continuous improvement in contracting processes and governance.