Contract / Commercial Officer - Supply Chain

The Contract & Commercial Officer is responsible for managing contracts and commercial agreements within the supply chain function of the organization. This role involves negotiating contracts, reviewing terms and conditions, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. The officer will work closely with procurement, legal, and finance teams to optimize supplier relationships and achieve cost savings while mitigating risks.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Management:

Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with suppliers, vendors, and service providers.
Ensure contracts are aligned with organizational objectives, legal requirements, and industry standards.
Maintain a contract repository and track key milestones, deliverables, and obligations.
Identify opportunities for contract optimization and cost savings.

Commercial Management:

Develop commercial strategies to optimize supplier relationships and drive value for the organization.
Analyze market trends, supplier performance, and pricing to inform commercial decisions.
Negotiate favorable terms and conditions to minimize risk and maximize value.
Monitor supplier performance and resolve commercial disputes as needed.

Compliance and Risk Management:

Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal policies and procedures.
Conduct risk assessments and implement risk mitigation strategies within contracts.
Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations impacting contracts and commercial agreements.

Stakeholder Engagement:

Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including procurement, legal, finance, and operations teams.
Communicate effectively with external stakeholders, including suppliers, vendors, and partners.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to drive successful contract outcomes.

Process Improvement:

Identify opportunities to streamline contract management processes and improve efficiency.
Implement best practices and standard operating procedures for contract and commercial management.
Utilize technology and tools to enhance contract lifecycle management and reporting.

Skills

Demand Planning and Inventory Management skills
Ability to effectively manage contracts and stakeholders
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in MS Office and other relevant software
Knowledge of supply chain management processes
Strong understanding of legal and commercial principles, including contract law, risk management, and compliance.
Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

Market Competitive Salary
Career Progression Opportunities.
Transportation provided by Company
Lunch is provided by the Company.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, finance, or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CSCP, CIPS) is a plus.

Experience:

2-4 years proven experience in contract management, commercial negotiations, or procurement roles, preferably within the supply chain or logistics industry.

Note:

Candidate who should join immediately will be preferred

Skills

MS Excel Contract Management Funds Management Corporate Contracts

Job Details

Industry:

Hospitality

Functional Area:

Supply Chain Management

Total Positions:

1 Post

Job Shift:

First Shift (Day)

Job Type:

Full Time/Permanent

Department:

Human Resources

Job Location:

Gadap Town, Karachi, Pakistan

Gender:

Male

Age:

25 - 40 Years

Minimum Education:

Bachelors

Degree Title:

BBA, MBA Supply Chain Management or equivalent

Career Level:

Experienced Professional

Experience:

3 Years - 5 Years (Experience in relevant field would be preferred)

Apply Before:

May 26, 2024

Posting Date:

Apr 25, 2024

S.Zia ul Haq & Sons Pvt.(Ltd)

Hospitality · 1001-1500 employees - Karachi

Zia organization was established in 1918 is take delight its 87th years of successful scope. Zia's obligation to supply degree of excellence services Full extent from end to end from Viceroys and Armed Forces of British India to National and Multinational companies operating in Pakistan. Main customers are involved in oil and gas production and exploration, seismic survey, drilling, construction companies, power stations, dams, ships etc. Our piquancy of Willing receive amazing or prodigious mission take us to the deserts of Sindh, hot mountains and remote areas of Baluchistan, difficult terrain of NWFP and Punjab, on shore off shore and coastal areas of Baluchistan, desert of Yemen Republic and off shore of Abu Dhabi. Ever expanding Zia Group has divided its business activities into four divisions in order to provide more professional and focused services. - Catering Division - Engineering Division - General Services Division - Fabrication and Steel works Division Zia Group is imposing to have healthy clientèle largely foreign and multinationals including, British, Irish, Americans, Dutch, French, Greek, Austrian, Chinese, Polish, Swiss, Australian, Malaysian, Singaporean and Korean Companies in Pakistan. Having established offices at major cities of Pakistan, Zia Group is now geared up to reach and serve customers more impressive. Directors of the group are actively involved in preserve object of services at all offices.