IT Contract Analyst

Objective:
The IT Contract Analyst is responsible for managing the contractual relationships between ASMO and its IT vendors or service providers. Their primary role is to ensure that IT contracts are negotiated, executed, and managed efficiently, while mitigating legal and financial risks.
General Responsibilities:
The role holder will have knowledge of the rules, procedures and in some cases, the principles and practices within the IT Contracting discipline. They will be tasked with selectively extracting, verifying, and compiling objective and measurable data. In some instances, they may determine the course of action based on established principles and modify existing processes and methods.
Negotiate contract terms and conditions with IT vendors or service providers, ensuring alignment with ASMO’s policies, legal requirements, and business needs.
Draft and review contracts, including master service agreements (MSAs), statements of work (SOWs), service level agreements (SLAs), and other contract documents.
Participate in the vendor selection process by assessing vendor capabilities, conducting due diligence, and evaluating proposals; review and analyze vendor contracts, pricing models, terms, and conditions to ensure compliance, value for money, and risk mitigation.
Manage the contract lifecycle, including contract execution, amendments, renewals, and terminations.
Ensure compliance with contract terms, regulatory requirements, and ASMO’s policies.
Monitor and track vendor performance against contractual obligations and service level agreements, addressing any deviations or non-compliance issues; identify and assess contractual risks, such as intellectual property rights, data security, indemnification, and liability issues.
Collaborate with legal teams to mitigate risks, resolve contract-related disputes, and negotiate settlements, if necessary.
Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor communications, clarifications, and conflict resolution.
Monitor and track contract-related financials, including vendor payments, invoicing accuracy, and contract expenditures; identify cost-saving opportunities, negotiate favourable pricing, and optimize contract terms to achieve financial objectives.
Maintain accurate contract records, including contract documents, amendments, correspondence, and related documentation; prepare and present contract-related reports, metrics, and updates to the IT Planning Manager.
Collaborate with Sourcing Manager to develop and maintain a quality-driven preferred supplier list
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in contract management, business administration or equivalent from a recognized and accredited university is required.
Master’s degree in contract management, business administration or equivalent from a recognized and accredited university is preferred.
CCCM, CPCM or any relevant certification preferred.
Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written English.
5 years’ experience in the same field.
Deadline: 30 days from posting.

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