Contracts Manager at SPEC Africa

Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled Contracts Manager to join our team and oversee all aspects of contract management within our organization. The Contracts Manager will be responsible for negotiating, drafting, reviewing, and managing contracts to ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of contract law, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contract Negotiation: Negotiate contract terms and conditions with clients, suppliers, and other third parties to ensure favourable outcomes for the company.
• Contract Drafting: Draft, review, and revise contracts, including but not limited to sales agreements, procurement contracts, service agreements, subcontractors, vendors and non-disclosure agreements.
• Contract Management: Manage the entire contract life cycle, including tracking key milestones, deadlines, and deliverables, and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
• Risk Assessment: Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with
• contracts, including legal, financial, and operational risks.
• Compliance: Ensure that all contracts comply with company policies,
• legal requirements, and industry regulations.
• Stakeholder Communication: Liaise with internal departments, external vendors, and legal counsel to facilitate smooth contract negotiations and resolve any disputes that may arise.
• Contract Administration: Maintain accurate records of all contracts, amendments, and related documents, and develop and implement contract management tools and processes.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities to improve contract management processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Writing and sending requests for proposals to potential vendors
• Relationships: Create and maintain healthy relationships with suppliers and customers.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• An Honours or Master’s degree or relevant certification (e.g., Certified Commercial Contracts Manager) is a plus.Minimum of 5 years of experience in contract management or a related field, preferably in the Construction Industry.
• Strong understanding of contract laws, contract drafting, and contract negotiation principles. Proficient in NEC, FIDIC, JBCC Contracts.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in contract review and analysis.
• Proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite