Al Masaood
An exciting opportunity has been announced by Al Masaood for the job role of Senior Commercial Officer in Abu Dhabi. Candidate will be responsible to Facilitate Commercial Department activity process, establish & implement centralized contract management, Adopt stronger & more appropriate governance, Strengthen Division post-award capabilities, Sharpen Division commercial acumen & Reduce Division exposure to risks.
Responsibilities of Senior Commercial Officer
- Take care of pre- and post-award phases of Contract/PO.
- Perform risk assessment, fill in risk register on potential deals/tenders, recommend corrective actions.
- Undertake Contract/PO analysis by recommendation to the business.
- Drafting and negotiating contracts that are legally binding between parties.
- Establishing Contract/PO terms and conditions including financial obligation.
- Documenting and reviewing contract terms and conditions, highlighting areas to improve to avoid risks leading to disputes/crisis between Parties.
- Raise and address clarification to the Customer.
- Perform day-to-day Contract/PO lifecycle administrative activities.
- Handle variation orders and claims.
- Participate in corresponding meeting with both internal and external Stakeholders.
- Monitor and administer business provisions of prime contracts to ensure compliance with contractual T&C.
- Monitoring and advising on compliance with contractual obligations, including revisions to existing contracts.
- Coordinate with engineers/operations for progress of work to ascertain intime contractual obligations/deliverables fulfilled (initiate reimbursement, testing, insurance, bonds & etc.).
- Liaise and coordinate approvals internally and externally (as may be appropriate).
- Maintain contract administration process conformity to Company policy, Government regulations and best industry practices.
- Take necessary steps for PD contracts’ close-out checklist.
- Update contract portfolio database.
- Perform other responsibilities associated with the position (as may be appropriate).
Requirements for Role of Senior Commercial Officer
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, finance, economics, or a related field.
- 8-10 years of contract administration and contract cycle experience.
Skills And Knowledge Desired
- Working knowledge of SAP and PC software packages typically associated with commercial administration.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret legal documents.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage large, diversified activities with multiple and competing requirements.
- Ability to set priorities and manage activities to successful completion meeting deadlines.
- Ability to perform independently and under leadership, in fast-pace environment and be a part of diverse team.
