Job Title : Contracts Manager, International Contracts
Company Name: EDGE
Job Details: Contracts Manager, International Contracts | EDGE
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Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates · 1 week ago · Over 100 people clicked apply
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Key Responsibilities
Manage the delivery of complex international customer/supplier contracts and agreements (including and not limited to NDA’s, Exclusivity Agreements, Teaming Agreements, Licensing Agreements, Supply Agreements, Services Agreements etc.), whilst ensuring that all commercial and technical inputs and terms & conditions are in the best interest of the Company.
Support the Senior Contract Manager to develop and implement contract management policy & procedures in order to ensure that all contractual decisions are in accordance with defined guidelines and supported by appropriate documentation.
The role encompasses contract management and administration to ensure that all prime (customer) contracts, supplier contracts and various agreements with external parties are delivered on time and in accordance with the Company’s and Commercial Department’s processes & procedures, whilst managing Company’s long term interests and risks
Oversee the direct reports and support as required to meet deadlines, review correspondences and commitments to external parties, attend meetings, etc. and supported by appropriate documentation.
Lead meeting with internal departments and/or program/ project teams to discuss the customer’s requirements and/or interpret RFQ/RFP/RFI to gather the technical requirements of the requested services and provide high level risks associated with post-award contract administration.
Draft, revise and modify various agreements, negotiate best terms with customers and suppliers, propose conditions and finalize contracts and obligations in the best interest of the Company.
Draft and review contractual and commercial correspondences in coordination with internal stakeholders including but not limited to matters concerning scope, cost, time, change, etc. to customers and external entities.
Develop, review and process variation orders and amendments while assessing the impact of change in scope, price and time schedule impact in collaboration with PMO, Finance Department and Legal.
Coordinate with Internal Auditors/ External Auditors and ensure that the team provides all documents for the completion of audits, as and when required.
Guide, mentor and provide functional supervision to the Contract team/staff including succession planning for training, development and growth.
Experience And Education
Min 10 years of experience in contract management in public/private sector organization
5 years of experience on managerial or equivalent positions.
Experience in contract management in public/private sector organization in defense & aerospace or O&G sector
Minimum bachelor’s degree in Contract Management / Business Administration / Legislative Law (LLB) or equivalent
Fluent in Arabic and English (reading, writing, speaking)
Willing to travel, if required
Preferably experienced in defence/military or similar industry, but not mandatory
Key Skills
Contract Management
Contract Drafting
Commercial Awareness
Risk Management
Negotiation Skills
Communication Skills
Proactive Thinker
Can do Self Starter
Collaborative Leader
Action Driver
Attention to Details
Contract Manager, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
About the company
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Launched in November 2019, the UAE’s EDGE is one of the world’s leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to establishing the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly-skilled talent to thrive.
With a focus on the adoption of 4IR technologies, EDGE is driving the development of sovereign capabilities for global export and for the preservation of national security, working with front-line operators, international partners, and adopting advanced technologies such as autonomous capabilities, cyber-physical systems, advanced propulsion systems, robotics and smart materials. EDGE converges R&D, emerging technologies, digital transformation, and commercial market innovations with military capabilities to develop disruptive solutions tailored to the specific requirements of its customers.
Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, capital of the UAE, EDGE consolidates more than 35 entities into six core clusters: Platforms & Systems, Missiles & Weapons, Space & Cyber Technologies, Trading & Mission Support, Technology & Innovation, and Homeland Security. …
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