Strategic Contracts Specialist II

The Exchange; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Exchange is seeking a contracts administrator in Dallas headquarters to manage moderately complex contracts, bids, and proposals. You will participate in negotiations and drive sourcing activities while ensuring compliance with procedures and standards.

You will monitor vendor performance, advise internal customers, and collaborate with multiple business units to optimize contracting outcomes. Onsite work at HQ in Dallas is required.

Qualifications

• Four years of office/business experience and two years of contract/procurement experience.
• Or Bachelor's degree to include business management and two years of office/business and contract/procurement experience.
• Associate must complete all required training and be otherwise fully qualified to obtain contracting officer authority certification within 18 months of selection.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, develop, prepare, and administer moderately complex contracts, bids, and proposals.
• Participate in contract negotiations and execute tactical sourcing activities.
• Confirm necessary procedural controls exist. Identify any potential risk or compliance issues.
• Ensure all contract documentation is compliant with organizational and regulatory standards. Prepare reports as needed.
• Manage vendor relationship, monitoring vendor performance to include compliance, quality, and service. Resolve associated issues promptly.
• Collaborate with business units, suppliers, and key stakeholders. Act as business advisor to internal customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Office/business experience

Contract/procurement experience

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business Administration/Management)

Business Administration - Preferred

Business Management - Preferred

Supply Chain Management - Preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Oracle iProcurement

Job description

The Exchange is seeking a contracts administrator in Dallas headquarters to manage moderately complex contracts, bids, and proposals. You will participate in negotiations and drive sourcing activities while ensuring compliance with procedures and standards.

You will monitor vendor performance, advise internal customers, and collaborate with multiple business units to optimize contracting outcomes. Onsite work at HQ in Dallas is required.