Contracting Representative (983)

Basic Function

Provides guidance in the procurement of contracts of average value, complexity, and/or time-critical from the planning phase through final contract execution including drafting, solicitation of interest and pre-qualification of contractors, competitive bidding or sole source negotiations and finalization/execution of contracts and amendments, in compliance with the Procurement & Supply Chain Manual – Services Edition  for Aramco Services Company (ASC).   
Provides professional support to contract proponents throughout Aramco Services Company (ASC), ATSC, Saudi Petroleum International, Inc. (SPII), Aramco Associated Co. (AAC) and other affiliates as needed.  Also provides support to Saudi Aramco (SAO) contract proponents requiring contract services in the Americas. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develops, in conjunction with the proponent, a contracting plan which identifies how the contract will be developed from the initial planning stage through contract execution.  Identifies key milestones in the process and the actions needed to assure completion by the target signing date.  
• Determines in conjunction with the proponent, the appropriate procurement method (competitive bid or sole source) and develops the bid slate based on contractor qualifications, present work load and performance history.  Visits contractor facilities to confirm data as required.  Assists with development of Contractor Selection Justification to ensure that it is based on appropriate business reasons consistent with the Company's Anti-Boycott Compliance Program. 
• Drafts proforma contract documents and Requests for Proposal (RFP) and coordinates Functional Review with professional staff in Finance, Treasurer's, Law and other applicable reviewers.  Resolves any disputes that arise during Functional Review and distributes the RFP to the bidders.  

• Ensures that assigned contract actions are developed in accordance with Contracting Manual and applicable laws (U.S. and International) consistent with the policies and procedures of the Company and that the contract represents the optimum business deal for the Company under existing conditions.  
• Conducts Job Explanation Meetings to explain the bidding process and details of the contract and to answer contractor questions concerning specific contractual requirements.  
• Receives, opens and evaluates bids as a member of the Bid Review Team.  Makes award recommendation to the Contract Signatory. Assists with development of award recommendation for approval of ASCOM (Aramco Services Management Committee).  
• Chairs Company's negotiating team when a contract is developed sole source or when an amendment or change order is required.  
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Law or closely related field. 
• Typically, at least six (6) years of progressive experience in contract engineering and negotiation of complex contract provisions relevant to ASC’s contract procurement activities. 
• Expected to obtain WCC (World Commerce and Contracting Association) Practitioner Certification within 1 year of assignment. 
• Developed skills in planning and negotiating. 
• Ability to analyze various factors and use good judgement to make sound recommendations and decisions.    
• Proficient with business software applications, such as SAP Ariba, MS suite, etc.
• Must be able to comprehend and communicate accurately, clearly and concisely in English. 

NO THIRD PARTY CANDIDATES ACCEPTED