Description
The Contracts Agent – SCS Enterprise Services position supports the contracting needs of Southern Company's business units and provides guidance to effectively procure and pay for goods and services.
The role involves daily support of all sourcing and contracting activities, from cradle to grave, including managing the sourcing process, negotiation and contracting, through contract closeout.
Responsibilities:
- Provide daily support for sourcing and contracting activities
- Manage RFI and RFP processes, negotiations, and contract closeouts
- Develop and maintain relationships with internal customers, suppliers, and contractors
- Ensure compliance with contract law and regulations
- Negotiate contract terms and draft contracts
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Identify and evaluate new sources of supply
- Collect and coordinate supplier information and compliance documentation
- Resolve conflicts and negotiate revisions
- Communicate effectively with business partners
- Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on procurement policies and procedures
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Experience in procurement or contracts preferred
- Knowledge of contract law and drafting
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
- Proficient in procurement systems, SharePoint, and other business technology tools
Additional responsibilities specific to technology support:
- Negotiation of Software License Agreements, SaaS Agreements, and Master Technology Equipment Purchase Agreements
- Leading sourcing projects for technology services, software, and hardware
- Understanding of IT Security related risks and mitigation strategies