Contract Manager

Who you are

You have a strong background in contract management, with experience in overseeing complex projects and negotiations. You understand the intricacies of sourcing strategies and can effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business impact. Your ability to influence stakeholders and ensure compliance with policies is key to your success in this role. You are detail-oriented and proactive in identifying opportunities for cost reduction and risk mitigation. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to delivering high-quality results.

Desirable

Experience in the technology sector, particularly in cloud operations or infrastructure projects, is a plus. Familiarity with contract law and negotiation tactics will enhance your effectiveness in this position. A background in project management or operations can also be beneficial as you navigate the complexities of large-scale datacenter projects.

What you'll do

In this role, you will define, maintain, and execute sourcing strategies for multiple complex projects, ensuring optimal costs and continuity of supply. You will integrate business specifications into request for proposal processes and collaborate on supplier scorecard criteria to drive corrective actions. Your responsibilities will include coordinating contract and price negotiation activities across various categories, identifying cost reduction opportunities, and supporting negotiations. You will apply your understanding of tradeoffs to influence managers and drive business impact, ensuring policy compliance and managing remediation of sourcing issues. You will also be responsible for communicating delays and driving contingency plans, leveraging risk data across regions. Your role will involve executing contracts with control processes and resolving any contract roadblocks that may arise.

What we offer

Microsoft offers a dynamic work environment where you can contribute to building the cloud datacenters that power the world’s largest online services. You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team and engage in meaningful projects that have a significant impact on the company's cloud operations. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Join us in shaping the future of cloud technology and making a difference in the industry.