Senior Contracts Adviser
Location: Aberdeen
PAYE contract (March contract)
12 months
Are you an experienced contracts professional looking to join a dynamic team where you can lead, innovate, and make a significant impact? We are seeking a Senior Contracts Adviser to oversee and execute end-to-end Category Management and Contracting Processes (CMCP) while fostering collaboration, leadership, and excellence across teams.
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Contracts Adviser, your responsibilities will include:
Safety and Compliance
* Ensure all activities comply with safety regulations, legislation, and internal HSES procedures.
* Maintain alignment with the organization’s Ethics and Compliance Policies, including completing mandatory compliance training.
Contract Strategy and Management
* Develop and implement commercial solutions that address business needs and drive innovation.
* Manage the full lifecycle of contracts, from strategy and documentation to post-award management.
* Draft contracts, amendments, and robust management plans, incorporating KPIs as required.
* Lead supplier relationships and foster continuous performance improvement.
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders to create demand forecasts and category plans.
* Act as the liaison between internal functions like Legal, Insurance, and other risk management teams.
Stakeholder Engagement and Market Expertise
* Build strong relationships with internal customers, becoming a trusted advisor in their operations.
* Engage confidently with senior-level suppliers and develop networks in the market to identify opportunities and innovations.
* Leverage a deep understanding of supply markets and modern procurement tools to deliver value-driven solutions.
Team Leadership
* Inspire and develop peers and colleagues through exemplary leadership and communication.
* Lead multi-functional teams for procurement projects, fostering collaboration and a shared vision.
Qualifications and Experience
Education and Certifications:
* Degree in Business Management, Quantity Surveying, Law, or a related field, or significant long-term experience in Contracts and Procurement (C&P).
* MCIPS qualification is preferred but not mandatory.
Professional Experience:
* Proven leadership and people management experience.
* Strong background in category planning, ITTs, contract drafting, and award recommendations, ideally within the energy sector.
* Experience in offshore operations and technical understanding.
* Expertise in contract negotiations, tender evaluations, and supplier relationship management.
Key Skills:
* Results-oriented mindset with a focus on tangible outcomes.
* Innovative thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
* Proficient in developing work plans and prioritizing objectives effectively.
* Collaborative team player who shares knowledge and expertise.