Contract Specialist IV -W2 - eTek IT Services, Inc.

Please make sure that candidates have negotiated IT agreements previously, not just purchasing agreements. Ensure that all resumes submitted state redlining and negotiating of IT (specifically SaaS) agreements experience, or they will be rejected.

Additional Skills

Job Description



- Negotiate favorable terms and conditions in agreements for Professional Services, software licenses, SaaS/XaaS, data licensing , hardware, telecom, SOWs, Order Forms, etc. with selected contractors and vendors.

- Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, such as technical leads and legal teams, to ensure that contracts align with project requirements and organizational policies.

- Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in energy technology, industry regulations, and procurement best practices to ensure effective negotiations and contract management.

- Identify opportunities for process improvements and risk mitigation in IT contracting

Requirements:

- Five or more years of increasingly responsible experience in negotiation of agreement for IT Professional Services, Software-as-a-Service, Data, Software, Hardware and Telecommunications.

- Demonstrable experience as an IT Contractor Negotiator responsible for negotiating both commercial and legal terms with minimal supervision and with a strong track record of successful negotiations and contract management.

-In-depth knowledge of IT contracting practices, legal frameworks, and industry standards.

-Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

-Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to understand complex technical requirements and translate them into contractual terms.

- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as business administration, supply chain, or information technology.

-J.D. is preferred.

-Proficiency in using contract lifecycle management software and tools.

- Ability to communicate in a clear, concise, and coherent manner

- Detail oriented

- Ability to work in and thrive on ambiguity

- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities

- Ability to self-manage with conflicting priorities and demands on time

- Ability to work with minimal supervision and guidance