Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager

We are seeking a detail-oriented Contracts Manager to join a global procurement operations team supporting end-to-end request-to-order activities. In this role, you will ensure accurate processing of procurement transactions, maintain compliance with internal controls and governance standards, and provide support across business units and supplier networks.
You will play a key role in maintaining the integrity of procurement data and processes, while supporting operational efficiency and continuous improvement across the order management lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, amend, and manage goods receipt and service entry transactions within ERP systems in line with business requirements and supporting documentation
• Liaise with suppliers, finance, procurement teams, and internal stakeholders to resolve order, receiving, and invoice-related issues through to resolution
• Ensure all request-to-order activities are completed accurately and within agreed service levels and KPIs
• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders and suppliers on required information to support effective procurement and receiving processes
• Ensure all activities comply with relevant policies, procedures, and governance frameworks
• Support onboarding and training of new team members and contribute to peer review processes
• Identify and contribute to process improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, effectiveness, and user experience

Skills and Experience

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders
• High attention to detail and strong analytical capability
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to issue resolution
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Adaptable, quick learner with a continuous improvement mindset
• Strong customer service focus with a commitment to quality outcomes
• Proficient written and verbal English communication skills
• Strong understanding of process controls and compliance requirements

Desirable Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience with procurement, requisition-to-pay processes, or ERP systems

Stakeholder Engagement

• Internal procurement and requisitioning teams
• Contract and category management stakeholders
• Accounts payable and finance teams
• Business unit representatives
• Compliance and controls teams
• External suppliers

 

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.