Regional Contracts Specialist

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Industry Energy Technology (IET) part of Baker Hughes Company operates across 120 countries and serves the entire energy value-chain and industrial sector

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The Contacts Specialist will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, negotiating, interpreting and administering various agreements, contracts, documents and forms in support of our Quest Integrity business regionally and supporting Middle East, Europe and Africa regions.

As a Regional Contracts Specialist, you will be responsible for:

• Reviewing complex contract documents and markup in accordance with established protocol and timing requirements
• Mitigating contractual risk by negotiating terms and conditions while supporting commercial and organizational objectives and escalate issues in accordance with established protocol
• Articulating the Quest Integrity contracting position persuasively based on reasoned justifications
• Learning, understanding and complying with applicable contract review policies and procedures
• Managing contract negotiation workflows
• Working on Contract administration, including intake, tracking, follow-up, execution and filing in accordance with departmental practices
• Modifying contract review procedures as necessary from time-to-time
• Working with others within the organization to leverage available resources
• Communicating with various approvers outside of the business related to contract provisions
• Following established processes for subcontractor approvals including liaising with HSSE and risk management in the preparation of subcontract agreements; negotiate terms and conditions when required
• Learning Quest Integrity business to adequately understand associated risks and commercial strategies
• Interfacing with all levels of management, business and support unit personnel, sales personnel, internal legal counsel, and client personnel
• Committing and adhering to ethics and work conduct expectations espoused in our Code of Conduct and Values and Expected Behaviors
• Additional duties as assigned

To be successful in this role you will have:

• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree in related field
• Minimum 5 years contract experience in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
• Expert knowledge of contracting concepts and terms
• Must be comfortable negotiating via various forms of communication (written, telephonic, virtual and in-person as needed)
• Should be able to balance commercial, operational and legal risks with business justification to identify contracting issues according to the company’s guidelines
• Cross-border contract negotiation experience and familiarity with international trade laws and regulations (anti-bribery, anti-boycott, etc.)
• Experience working for or with sophisticated procurement departments a plus
• Professional demeanor, strong customer service skills, high energy, and optimistic attitude
• Excellent analytical and communication skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Strong organization skills, ability to work with or without direct supervision and highly motivated self-starter
• Ability to work independently and as part of a successful team
• Ability to multi-task while keeping track of priorities and maintaining big picture focus
• Willingness to work extended hours during peak periods
• Advanced MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and Internet research skills; familiarity with Salesforce or other CRM software
• Resourcefulness and a drive toward excellence

Work in a way that works for you

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:

·         Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

·         Flexible work location - remote role.

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace challenge with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:

·         Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities

·         Comprehensive private medical care options

·         Safety net of life insurance and programs

·         Tailored financial programs

·         Additional elected or voluntary benefits

About Us:We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.
Join Us:Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let’s come together and take energy forward.

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