Contract Specialist 1 - Supply Chain (H)

University of Miami•Hialeah, FL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Miami/UHealth department of Supply Chain has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Contract Specialist 1 to work in Hialeah, FL. The Contract Specialist assists in the preparation of contractual provisions and the administration of contract proposals to ensure compliance while evaluating contract compliance and advises others on contractual rights and obligations. The incumbent participates in the development and fulfillment of contract requirements in the purchase or sale/delivery of equipment, materials, products or services. Assists in the preparation of contractual provisions and the administration of contract proposals. Helps senior contract specialists to prepare bids and negotiate specifications with suppliers, partners or customers. Participates in the development and fulfillment of contract requirements in the purchase or sale/delivery of equipment, materials, products or services. Evaluates contract compliance and advises others on contractual rights and obligations. Requests or approves amendments to contract terms or contract extensions. Reviews new and/or continuing contract and service agreements to ensure the terms comply with legal guidelines, contracting principles, and cost constraints. Researches federal, state, and local laws and requirements and their effect on bids, agreements, and contracts. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
Minimum 1 years of relevant experience
Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.
Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Assists in the preparation of contractual provisions and the administration of contract proposals.
Helps senior contract specialists to prepare bids and negotiate specifications with suppliers, partners or customers.
Participates in the development and fulfillment of contract requirements in the purchase or sale/delivery of equipment, materials, products or services.
Evaluates contract compliance and advises others on contractual rights and obligations.
Requests or approves amendments to contract terms or contract extensions.
Reviews new and/or continuing contract and service agreements to ensure the terms comply with legal guidelines, contracting principles, and cost constraints.
Researches federal, state, and local laws and requirements and their effect on bids, agreements, and contracts.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.