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Charter Communications/Spectrum Associate Contract Specialist - Procurement Greenwood Village, Colorado
This positing has been extended beyond it's anticipated closing date
JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for providing centralized contract support to the Charter Business Units (BU). Acts as point of contact within the Procurement Operations group to manage workspace creation in Ariba, DOA approval, final contract execution and ongoing support for the agreement going forward.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Actively and consistently supports all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience
Manage contract request intake process and supporting tools, assign contract-related activity to Procurement Operations resources
Organize and document work electronically through the use of a contract status log, electronic filing system, and entering into companies electronic contract management database (Ariba Contracts Management)
Assist with the management of Ariba Contract Workspace through all stages (creation, approval, amendment, signature)
Execute and distribute routine reports for the team and take action as required
Provide ongoing contract management support with direction, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements with both internal personnel and external stakeholders
Review and analyze contracts, verifying accuracy and resolving discrepancies in line with company policies and other requirements
Understand the overall service level agreements within the department
Work collaboratively to ensure goals are met
Maintain working relationships with internal and external customers to ensure their needs are met
Collaborate with Procurement personnel, Legal, and Finance to ensure contracts' compliance with company standards to manage risk and liabilities
Assist Central Contracts team members with administrative tasks involved in managing and reviewing contracts
Participate in project teams or special project assignments
Perform other duties as assigned and/or required
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Required Skills/Abilities and Knowledge Ability to read, write, speak and understand English Ability to build trust and relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers Motivated, self-directed work ethic, willing to pursue individual and team goals Demonstrated detail orientation with emphasis on accuracy Demonstrated written and oral communication skills Ability to prioritize and organize effectively Ability to work independently, as well as in a collaborative and dynamic team environment Ability to handle multiple projects and seek input to prioritize Ability to isolate and trouble shoot issues Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills Demonstrated problem solving skills Proficiency in Windows suite of office tools Required Education Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Required Related Work Experience and Number of Years Experience in contract administration - 0-3 Experience in project management - 0-1 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Preferred Skills/Abilities and Knowledge Legal and contract background Familiarity with the Strategic Sourcing process Experience with Legal, Finance, and other inter-related departments Preferred Education Education in Law or Supply Chain Management
Preferred Related Work Experience and Number of Years Contract/legal/paralegal experience preferred
WORKING CONDITIONS Office environment EOE Charter Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability
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