Contract Specialist II

Our client, a top international Oil & Gas firm, is currently seeking a Contract Specialist II for a 6 month temporary position with the opportunity for an extension.  The position is located in Houston, Texas. By working for our client, you will be exposed to a large multinational company with revenues of over $390 billion dollars, work in a top 6 oil & gas company in the world, work in a fast paced corporate environment and be an integral part to the team. In addition to working with the world’s most recognized and trusted name in staffing, Kelly employees can expect: -      Competitive pay -      Paid holidays -      Year-end bonus program -      Recognition and incentive programs -      Access to continuing education via the Kelly Learning Center Pay: Up to $36 / hour Responsibilities: Manages service delivery contractors, and advises on improvements to contract management processes. Provides management information (performance data, etc.) to category managers. Manages regular reviews of service delivery, and in collaboration with stakeholders identifies opportunities for cost reduction and performance improvement. Identifies service delivery issues and resolves or escalates them with suppliers. Ensures suppliers understand their obligations relating to company policy, HSSE and code of conduct. Ensures service delivery levels and requirements are understood by stakeholders and suppliers. Manages processes for day-to-day contract management, applying industry best practice and continually seeking performance improvement. Participates in regular service delivery reviews with stakeholders and suppliers, carrying out data analysis to measure the performance of suppliers and comparing with contractual commitments and service level agreements for key measures (eg. deliverables, timescales/milestones, team performance, cost, quality, and customer satisfaction), and agreeing performance improvement plans. Identifies issues with service delivery, resolving or escalating disputes between stakeholders and suppliers. Advises category managers on the selection of suppliers, analyzing performance data, providing management information and participating in supplier negotiation and selection. Ensures local contracts comply with master/global agreements with supplier. Facilities smooth transition when suppliers and/or service delivery levels are changed. Ensures effective billing management. Previous experience in the Oil & Gast or related industry is highly preferred. You must by highly detail oriented and be a team player. **Important information:  This position is recruited for by a remote Kelly office, not your local Kelly branch.  Please submit your resume to be considered for this position by pressing the “SUBMIT RESUME” button below.  If you have questions about the position, you may contact the recruiter recruiting for this position (312-543-6351, allg523@kellyservices.com) however, your resume should be uploaded via the “SUBMIT RESUME” button included within** Why Kelly®?At Kelly Services®, we work with the best. Our clients include 95 of the Fortune 100™ companies, and more than 70,000 hiring managers rely on Kelly annually to access the best talent to drive their business forward. If you only make one career connection today, connect with Kelly. About Kelly Services® As a workforce advocate for over 70 years, we are proud to directly employ nearly 500,000 people around the world and have a role in connecting thousands more with work through our global network of talent suppliers and partners. Revenue in 2016 was $5.3 billion. Visit kellyservices.com and connect with us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. Kelly Services is an equal opportunity employer including, but not limited to, Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.]]