Sr. Contract Specialist - HYBRID

Current Employees: If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this tip sheet. Sr. Contract Specialist ***Hybrid Option Available*** The University of Miami/UHealth department of Supply Chain has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Sr. Contract Specialist to work in Miami, FL. The Sr. Contract Specialist aids in the preparation, negotiation, and management of contracts to ensure compliance with contract terms, conditions, expectations, and performance. The incumbent provides direction and work to assigned department staff, as applicable, serves as a consultant to management, and performs more complex work associated with contract services for the University. Acts as the department expert on contracting issues. Prepares or assists with preparation of bids, specifications, and contractual provisions. Provides oversight for contract compliance. Serves as the liaison between the University and contract vendors. Conducts contract analysis and supports modifications to contracts as needed. Advises on the creation of policies, procedures, and clauses to conform term language to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the contract development process. Works with the legal department as needed to conform term language and draft complex contracts and agreements. Utilizes price and cost analysis techniques to support the development of cost-related sections of solicitation documents. Reviews or develops solicitation documents to ensure maximum competition. Researches, reviews, and remains abreast of federal, state, and local laws and developments in areas related to assigned contract categories. Maintains detailed tracking and compliance documents. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary. Core Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in relevant field Minimum 3 years of relevant experience Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment. - Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications. Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders. Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information. Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Staff Pay Grade: A10 The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation. The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit welcome.miami.edu/about-um to learn more about our points of pride. The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings. Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019. The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022. Transforming lives With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe. The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value. Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U community works together to create an environment driven by purpose, excellence, community, and service.