Senior Contracts Specialist
Posted 5 days ago
You'll complete your application on Thermo Fisher Scientific's career site.
About the Role
This Senior Contracts Specialist position serves as a central role in a worldwide firm, tasked with overseeing intricate contracts that support a mission of fostering a healthier, cleaner, and safer world. You will act as a primary consultant in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary setting, working in tandem with groups including Sales, Finance, Legal, Quality, and Operations. By assisting with vital business alliances, you will directly influence the development of various business units while confirming that all activities support overall corporate goals. This role provides a chance to influence company performance by creating advanced negotiation plans and evaluating contractual liabilities. You will be essential in growing operations across different markets, ensuring that all contracts secure the firm's interests while upholding regulatory standards. The position is intended for a professional who excels at leading high-impact projects and offering specialized advice to internal partners, supporting a dedication to laboratory efficiency, life sciences research, and the creation of innovative medical treatments.
Requirements
- You must hold an advanced degree and at least six years of relevant experience, or a bachelor's degree coupled with eight years of professional background in contract negotiation, ideally within the government, healthcare, or pharmaceutical industries.
- You should have a background in law, life sciences, or business administration, with CPCM or similar professional certifications being a significant benefit.
- You must show extensive expertise in Federal Acquisition Regulations, such as DFAR and FAR, as well as a track record of handling GSA contracts, ECAT agreements, and Federal Supply Schedules.
- You need a thorough understanding of risk management concepts and contract law.
- You should possess high-level analytical capabilities, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and advanced knowledge of contract management tools and the Microsoft Office Suite.
- You must have the capability to operate within a complex, matrix-based organizational environment and handle several high-priority tasks simultaneously with high precision.
Responsibilities
- You will draft, analyze, and negotiate an array of contracts, ranging from federal agreements to master service arrangements.
- You will partner with internal teams to build productive relationships and establish agreement throughout the negotiation cycle.
- You will be tasked with creating robust plans to identify and reduce risks, overseeing competitive bidding, and handling detailed RFP responses.
- You will act as an authoritative counselor on all contract-related issues, verifying that every signed document adheres to corporate standards and aids business expansion.
- You will protect company interests while promoting smooth cooperation among internal divisions and external stakeholders by maintaining professional standards during difficult negotiations.
Benefits & Perks
- This role is entirely remote, offering you flexibility and a standard work schedule from Monday to Friday.
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