Lead Contracts Specialist

GE Vernova•Oakbrook Terrace, IL

3d•Remote

About The Position

Lawyers and non-lawyers supporting the commercial side of the business including contract development and agreement management, external customer sales of products and services, government contracting. Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market Job Description Roles and Responsibilities Non-legal contract experts primarily supporting all phases (ITO and OTR) of projects including negotiations, managing commercial issues, customer and supplier relationships, claims, disputes and insurance. Utilizes in-depth knowledge of a discipline and analytical thinking to execute policy/strategy. Basic knowledge of related job disciplines. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements. Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field. Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues. Jobs at this level function with some autonomy but are subject to functional practices and precedents or are covered by well-defined policies or review of end results. The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.). Uses some judgment and has the ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated, day-to-day problems. Has ability to prioritize information for data analysis. Uses technical experience and analytical thinking. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in Accounting, Finance or Business
6 years of experience in Job Family experience with a related entity

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Excel, Power Point, and Word
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and cohesively with teams
Solid oral and written communication skills
Anticipates, identifies, and resolves complex contractual issues
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with ability to build solid relationships with others in the pricing team, cost contributors, and management
High-energy team player
Ability to manage projects / assignments within tight deadlines

Responsibilities

Supporting all phases (ITO and OTR) of projects including negotiations, managing commercial issues, customer and supplier relationships, claims, disputes and insurance
Execute policy/strategy
Act as a resource for colleagues with less experience
Lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements
Explain information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field
Convey performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues
Prioritize information for data analysis
Use technical experience and analytical thinking

Benefits

medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability benefits
life insurance
12 paid holidays
permissive time off