LeverageTek is actively seeking an Advisor, Contract Management for a 6-month contract with its Ottawa-based customer.

Work Location

The successful candidate will be required to work at the customer headquarters in Ottawa, ON.

Security Requirement

Enhanced Reliability Clearance Eligible

Key Tasks

• Provide timely advice and expertise to the organization in respect of public sector procurement and contracting policies and processes.
• Responsible to ensure that appropriate contracting instruments are in place to meet Objectives for major funded programs, other key corporate initiatives and. ongoing operational activities for the sustainment of core operations and support services
• Help ensure protection from exposure to commercial and reputational risks and supports the cost-effective and timely delivery of goods and services.
• Create Purchase Orders within Financial system (Dynamics GP) for executed agreements
• Contacting and negotiating with external service providers to communicate and protect needs coordinating, negotiating, and establishing contracts for services and supplies; including verification of the delivery of services; and discussing and resolving problems and delays as they arise

Key Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a business or commerce, or an acceptable number of years experience and/or training in this field
• 5 years experience in providing procurement and contracting support to a multi-disciplinary work group, in a demanding environment
• Experience analyzing the contract terms and identifying areas of possible risks and opportunities related to the application of contract clauses in collaboration with internal management and legal counsel as well as external legal counsel when required

Qualifications

• Experience with contract management software & Microsoft office suite programs (Word, Excel, etc.)
• 3 years experience coordinating and supporting contracting activities in the public sector

About LeverageTek Staffing Solutions

Thank you for taking the time to apply! Since our company’s inception in March 2003, LeverageTek Staffing Solutions has worked to become a trusted partner with our consultants and customers. LeverageTek provides end-to-end, cross-functional staffing solutions throughout North America. With thousands of successful engagements to our credit with leading public and private sector organizations, we are the experts in identifying, deploying, and supporting IT and business talent on a contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent basis.

Our responsive service and ability to deliver the right fit, on time and within budget, often leads to repeat engagements and a long-standing relationship.

Accessibility accommodations are available upon request.