Contract Officer SUNDUS MANAGEMENT CONSULTANCY & STUDIES BUREAUL.L.C

Execute the RFP and Contract Administration process as per the Client Procurement Department Policy and Procedures. Deliver bid analysis and recommendations, liaison with internal client governance teams for contract approvals, savings reporting, documentation and compliance. Letting of contracts and/or agreements (in liaison with the Legal Department, for changes in standard terms & conditions when required) under supervision of the Contract Manager. Responsible for commercial evaluation tender submission and actively participate in the selection process of bidders to ensure fair and transparent process has been followed and documented. Create and manage the bid calendar (via procurement plan), lead category events, bid process, commercial evaluation, recommendations, contract document preparation, functional reviews and approvals according to Client Delegation of Authority. Negotiate contract terms, pricing and payment schedules with all Suppliers, under the supervision of Contract Manager. To monitor and track savings to meet assigned targets for delivery of commercial and business objectives. Support End Users in the event of disputes due to non/poor performance by contracted supplier. Mitigate project risk/cost through implementation of contract variations, clarifications, and exceptions as when required. Review requests for deviations from contract specifications and/ or delivery schedules and determine validity and feasibility. Work closely with Client division and subsidiaries where required to provide procurement services to execute tendering, negotiation and bidder selection and contract preparation. Create a comprehensive file (electronic and paper based) for each purchase requisition and file all supporting documentation accordingly. Perform any other relevant tasks as directed by the Contract Manager.