Contract Administrator I

Are you ready to join an organization where we focus on People First, have fun at work and make a difference in what we do? Dairyland is proud of our People First culture centered around appreciation, celebrating wins and collaboration.
We’ve worked hard to ensure alignment between our culture and our processes and systems, learning and development and rewards and recognition programs.
As a team, we work together to leverage the team’s diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences to deliver nothing less than the best.
We are collaborative, transparent and committed to our People and their work experience, growth and professional development.
Responsible for supporting the contract process by preparing, drafting, and reviewing company contracts, including sales, purchases, and business partnerships.
Ensures compliance with legal requirements and maintains organized records.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1.
Gather all required information to build into a contract template to create contract.
2.
Work with Legal resources to mitigate risk by analyzing procurement requirements relating to bids, special provisions, pricing, internal approvals, and terms and conditions to ensure compliance with appropriate laws, regulations, and corporate policies.
3.
Ensure all deadlines and conditions described on contracts are met (e.
g.
payments and shipments) 4.
Build and maintain relationships with critical/key internal stakeholders.
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Gather all required information to build into a Request for Proposal (RFP) template to create an RFP by working with all critical/key stakeholders.
6.
Maintain accurate and complete contractual records and electronic contract system database.
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Perform duties and responsibilities in accordance with internal policies and procedures, applicable laws and regulations, customer requirements, and sound business judgment.
8.
Educate and train contract administration and supply chain concepts to internal staff.
Ensure compliance with all Supply Chain policies/procedures.
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Learn the ERP computer software in order to effectively and efficiently develop and execute purchase orders.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or similar discipline.
Minimum of (1) year of relevant and demonstrated work experience.
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Skills: • Proven working knowledge on legal terms/conditions, rules and regulations • Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with individuals at various levels both internally and externally • Ability to assimilate and analyze qualitative and quantitative data for making sound business recommendations and decisions • Highly knowledgeable in supply chain concepts and trends.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently • Ability to build and maintain effective work relationships, both internal and external • Solid organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects of varying complexity PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We are committed to providing our greatest asset, our People, with as many perks and benefits as possible.
Some benefits of working with us include: - Health & disability benefits (medical, dental, vision, short & long-term disability) - Life insurance - Generous 401(k) and Pension Plans - Paid Time Off - Robust Wellness Program - New Flexible Work Program - Tuition Reimbursement - So much more! Dairyland Power Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer.
All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, contact our HR Department at 608-788-4000.