Strategic Contracts & Procurement Specialist

University of California - Irvine Health; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Irvine Health is seeking a Contracting Manager to draft and issue highly complex contracts and advise on contractual obligations. The role collaborates with legal and business teams to ensure compliance with policies and regulations and to structure agreements with vendors and partners.

The ideal candidate will possess advanced contracting knowledge, excellent negotiation and communication skills, and a track record of managing high-stakes contracts within a large

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Advanced written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of contracting principles and practices used in procurements.
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex contracts.
• Ability to advise management on contractual rights and obligations.
• Knowledge of policies, laws, and regulations impacting contracts.

Responsibilities

• Draft and issue highly complex or customized contracts.
• Analyze contracts to ensure compliance with applicable laws and policies.
• Advise management and provide interpretation of terms and conditions.
• Collaborate with internal partners and General Counsel on contract language.
• Provide consultation on drafting complex contracts and stakeholder guidance.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Compliance knowledge

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Office

Legal understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

MS Project

PowerPoint

Job description

University of California, Irvine Health is seeking a Contracting Manager to draft and issue highly complex contracts and advise on contractual obligations. The role collaborates with legal and business teams to ensure compliance with policies and regulations and to structure agreements with vendors and partners.

The ideal candidate will possess advanced contracting knowledge, excellent negotiation and communication skills, and a track record of managing high-stakes contracts within a large