Contract Negotiator
Rutgers University
Recruitment/Posting Title Contract Negotiator Job Category Staff & Executive - Finance/Accounting/Purchasing Department UFA-Procurement Services Overview Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. Ranked in 2022 by Forbes as a top 100 best large employer in America, Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
University Finance and Administration (UFA) advances Rutgers’ strategic priorities through the management of all central financial, administrative, and student information systems and processes. We supply the university’s financial community the professional guidance, services, tools, and information needed to make the informed decisions that contribute to Rutgers’ standing as an academic, health, and research powerhouse. We are deeply committed to our guiding principles and the core values that are critical for the long-term strategic growth of our division and the university. For more information, please visit https://finance.rutgers.edu/. Posting Summary Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Contract Negotiator for University Procurement Services. Reporting to the Contract Manager, this position is responsible for independently negotiating and managing goods and services contracts in alignment with Rutgers University business requirements and objectives, best practices in procurement and strategic sourcing and Rutgers University Procurement and Payment Policy. This position is the central point of contact for suppliers, internal procurement personnel and departments for the contract areas that the position manages.
Among the key duties of this position are the following: Prepares, reviews and negotiates complex supplier contracts, including high-value/mission-critical departmental contracts for multiple categories and types of purchases. Handles all redlines in contracts and related documents, and negotiates changes to ensure that Rutgers is securing the best value in its contracts. Collaborates closely and provides critical support to the Contracts Team, Strategic Sourcing Team, Supplier Relationship Managers, Transactional Team and various Stakeholders to understand their specific contractual challenges and provide guidance to develop solutions consistent with business needs for the University’s acquisition of products and services. Reviews requisitions associated with assigned contracts and processes requisition in accordance with University Procurement policies and procedures. Advises/represents Rutgers on contractual topics and negotiations. Acts as a point of contact for all formal and legal correspondence relating to contractual matters. Works closely with University General Counsel, Risk Management, University Communications and Marketing, and other departments as required to ensure that terms and conditions are in compliance with appropriate policy, procedure, legal risk management, and insurance policies and procedures and best business practices. Manages assigned contracts over their lifecycle tracking and implements any need for amendments, renewals, terminations and other necessary contractual action. Prepares a report of contracted suppliers that can be utilized university wide or by individual departments to procure goods and services, including, but not limited to, RFP contracts, sole/single source contracts, state contracts and group purchasing agreements. Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement FLSA Exempt Grade 06 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 79387.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 100485.00 Annual Maximum Salary 121582.00 Standard Hours 37.50 Union Description Admin Assembly (MPSC) Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP
University Finance and Administration (UFA) advances Rutgers’ strategic priorities through the management of all central financial, administrative, and student information systems and processes. We supply the university’s financial community the professional guidance, services, tools, and information needed to make the informed decisions that contribute to Rutgers’ standing as an academic, health, and research powerhouse. We are deeply committed to our guiding principles and the core values that are critical for the long-term strategic growth of our division and the university. For more information, please visit https://finance.rutgers.edu/. Posting Summary Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Contract Negotiator for University Procurement Services. Reporting to the Contract Manager, this position is responsible for independently negotiating and managing goods and services contracts in alignment with Rutgers University business requirements and objectives, best practices in procurement and strategic sourcing and Rutgers University Procurement and Payment Policy. This position is the central point of contact for suppliers, internal procurement personnel and departments for the contract areas that the position manages.
Among the key duties of this position are the following: Prepares, reviews and negotiates complex supplier contracts, including high-value/mission-critical departmental contracts for multiple categories and types of purchases. Handles all redlines in contracts and related documents, and negotiates changes to ensure that Rutgers is securing the best value in its contracts. Collaborates closely and provides critical support to the Contracts Team, Strategic Sourcing Team, Supplier Relationship Managers, Transactional Team and various Stakeholders to understand their specific contractual challenges and provide guidance to develop solutions consistent with business needs for the University’s acquisition of products and services. Reviews requisitions associated with assigned contracts and processes requisition in accordance with University Procurement policies and procedures. Advises/represents Rutgers on contractual topics and negotiations. Acts as a point of contact for all formal and legal correspondence relating to contractual matters. Works closely with University General Counsel, Risk Management, University Communications and Marketing, and other departments as required to ensure that terms and conditions are in compliance with appropriate policy, procedure, legal risk management, and insurance policies and procedures and best business practices. Manages assigned contracts over their lifecycle tracking and implements any need for amendments, renewals, terminations and other necessary contractual action. Prepares a report of contracted suppliers that can be utilized university wide or by individual departments to procure goods and services, including, but not limited to, RFP contracts, sole/single source contracts, state contracts and group purchasing agreements. Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement FLSA Exempt Grade 06 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 79387.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 100485.00 Annual Maximum Salary 121582.00 Standard Hours 37.50 Union Description Admin Assembly (MPSC) Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP
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